“Evita,” the musical that chronicles the journey of Argentina’s First Lady, Eva Duarte Peron, from her humble beginnings at age 15 through her ambitious rise to political power and her tragic death from cancer at age 32, will be presented at 7 p.m. April 13 -16 and 2 p.m. April 17 in the auditorium of the newly-built Lehigh Valley Charter High School for the Arts, 321 E. Third St., Bethlehem.

Kelly Minnert Beckert marks her 13th year as director. Music director and conductor is Neil Chaban. Choreographers are Minner Beckert and Chris Ryland. Technical director is Peter Wrenn-Meleck.

Music is by Andrew Lloyd Webber, with lyrics by Tim Rice. The musical, which began as a rock opera album released in 1976, debuted in London’s West End. In 1979, the British production opened on Broadway, receiving a Tony Award for Musical. A 2012 Broadway revival followed with Tonys for Score and Book.

Songs include “Don’t Cry for Me Argentina,” “Art of the Possible” and “You Must Love Me.”

Tickets: 610-868-2971