The Lehigh Valley Charter High School for the Arts (Charter Arts) Literary Arts Department presents its monthly reading series at Cafe the Lodge. Student will present a variety of original works. The event also includes an Open Mic portion. This is a free event and is open to the public. Guests are encouraged to order from the cafe's menu.

Literary Arts majors at Charter Arts explore the relationship between literature, reading, writing, and performance of the spoken word while honing their craft and producing works in various mediums. The Literary Arts program is a perfect fit for students who would like to strive for future careers as poets, novelists, and playwrights.

ABOUT THE LEHIGH VALLEY CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS (Charter 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, theatre, visual arts, or vocal music.

Charter Arts was ranked #1 Best Charter High School in PA and #2 Best Public High School Teachers in PA on Niche’s 2024 Best Schools in America Rankings. Charter Arts also ranked in the Top 100 Public High Schools in PA according to U.S. News & World Report’s 2024 Best High Schools.

Auditions for the 2024-2025 school year will be held in January/February of 2024. Auditions are by appointment only. Prospective students and their families can visit the admissions page on the school website or attend an Admissions Open House event. To learn more, visit: www.CharterArts.org.

Charter Arts is located at 321 East 3rd Street, Bethlehem PA 18015.