The Lark and producer Daryl Roth have announced Brittany K. Allen as the recipient of the 2021 Daryl Roth Creative Spirit Award for her play Happy Happy Joy Joy. The Creative Spirit Award, now in its 26th year, was first given to director Michael Mayer in 1996. Presented annually, this $10,000 award includes a year-long residency at The Lark, with access to its artistic resources and developmental support. "The Award was established to honor theatre artists who have extraordinary vision, dedication, energy, and spirit for doing what they love, creating and bringing theatre to life for so many of us to enjoy," said Daryl Roth. "I am thrilled to have playwright Brittany K. Allen receive this year's award. Brittany's exploration of a cross-generational relationship between two strong-willed and singular women leaps from the page with humanity and honesty. I am so happy to be partnering with The Lark to support her distinct voice and engaging storytelling as she continues to develop the play."