Dance Soup 2025

The Charter Arts Dance Department presents Dance Soup, November 21 & 22, 2025.  Show times include: November 21 at 7 PM, November 22 at 2 PM and 7 PM. Tickets are Reserved Seating: $14 Adult, $8 Student/Child. 

SEATING NOTES:  Please note that seating marked as "Orch" is orchestra seating closest to the stage.  Seating marked as "Top" is at the back of the theater.  "Side" seating are balconies with slightly obstructed view. Please note that there is a small aisle that goes down the center of orchestra seating section between seats #8 and #9.

To reserve ADA/wheelchair accessible seating, contact boxoffice@charterarts.org. 

ABOUT THE SHOW:

Dance Soup has become a cherished annual fall tradition at Charter Arts, celebrating the artistry and innovation of student choreographers. Under the direction of Rebecca Moyer and Jennifer Weaver, this year’s concert offers a dynamic blend of senior solos and ensemble works, featuring a wide range of styles-from modern and contemporary to jazz and ballet.

“The program truly reflects the individuality of our dancers,” says Weaver. “Audiences can look forward to a performance that’s rich in variety-each piece tells a different story, yet together they create an exciting and cohesive evening of dance.”

The concert serves as a capstone for students enrolled in the Creative Process for the dancer course, providing an opportunity to apply their classroom learning to a live performance setting. Many students begin conceptualizing their choreography over the summer, refining ideas and submitting proposals for faculty feedback in the fall. The creative process involves auditioning peers, leading rehearsals, and working closely with mentors to shape and polish their final pieces.

“This experience pushes students to take on multiple roles-artist, collaborator, and leader,” Moyer explains. “They not only refine their technical and creative voices but also learn how to communicate vision and direction to others.”

Weaver adds, “Throughout the process, we encourage constructive feedback and experimentation. It’s exciting to see how students take risks, explore new movement vocabularies, and ultimately find their own choreographic identities.”

As for the show’s distinctive name, Weaver explains. “Like a great soup, this concert is made up of many ingredients-different styles, perspectives, and ideas-all coming together to create something warm, flavorful, and deeply satisfying for everyone involved.”