The Lehigh Valley Charter High School for the Arts (Charter Arts) Dance Department presents its much-anticipated annual "Dance Quilt" concert, May 9 & 10, 2025.

"Dance Quilt 2025" is a stunning, beautifully produced concert that will feature outstanding choreography from Charter Arts' esteemed dance faculty, as well as two dynamic guest artists in jazz—Janelle Finocchio presenting a vibrant Broadway-style piece, and Daniel Padiera introducing the department's very first commercial jazz work to the Dance Quilt stage.

"Dance Quilt 2025" is a celebration of the dedication, creativity, and artistry of Charter Arts dance majors. According to Artistic Director of Dance, Jennifer Dite-Weaver, "This concert is thoughtfully woven to showcase the remarkable talent of every student in our program, highlighting their growth and passion through a diverse collection of works. The dances are the culmination of the students’ commitment in their year-long Rehearsal & Performance class. This year’s program includes ballet, pointe, modern in various styles, jazz, and even a touch of tap—demonstrating the range and versatility of our dancers."

Evening performances May 9 & 10 at 7 PM. Matinee performance May 10 at 2 PM. Tickets are reserved seating, $7-$12 and can be purchased online at CharterArts.org.

The Charter Arts Dance Department provides students with a comprehensive and quality dance education in an environment that nurtures the talent of each individual. Students engage in an array of technique classes, improvisation, composition and dance history classes. Dance majors also have numerous performing opportunities throughout the year, both in school and in the community.

ABOUT THE LEHIGH VALLEY CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS:

Charter Arts is an audition-based public charter school that provides a comprehensive curriculum for high school students, grades 9-12, who have a dedicated passion for the creative or performing arts. Students major in one of seven artistic areas: dance, instrumental music, literary arts, production arts (film & technical theatre), theatre, visual arts, or vocal music.

Charter Arts' rigorous curriculum fosters both academic and artistic excellence for its students. The school’s impressive Future Ready PA Index ranking, Advanced Placement (AP) exam statistics, Keystone Exam statistics, SAT scores, prestigious artistic accolades, and graduation rate, are testaments to the outstanding education that Charter Arts provides.

Recently, Charter Arts was ranked as #1 Best Charter High School in PA & #1 Best Public High School Teachers in PA on Niche's 2025 Best Schools in America Rankings. Charter Arts was one of only four Lehigh Valley schools to make U.S. News & World Report's 2024 list of Top 100 Public High Schools in PA.

Prospective students and families interested in learning more about the dance department and the school are encouraged to attend an upcoming Open House or Information Session. Information at CharterArts.org.

Charter Arts is located at 321 East 3rd Street in Bethlehem.