About Commonwealth Ballet

Kathryn Anderson and Chip Morris formed Commonwealth Ballet Company in October 1992. The Acton-based Company has produced over 65 dance programs since its inception. The company has grown over the years to produce critically acclaimed performances throughout Boston and Metro West.

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Our Mission

Commonwealth Ballet Company develops, fosters and promotes the performance and appreciation of classical and contemporary ballet. To this end, CBC endeavors to maintain strong ties with the communities it serves, provide a substantial educational opportunity for young dancers, and demonstrate the highest level of artistic quality.

About Commonwealth Ballet

Kathryn Anderson and Chip Morris formed Commonwealth Ballet Company in October 1992. The Acton-based Company has produced over 65 dance programs since its inception. The company has grown over the years to produce critically acclaimed performances throughout Boston and Metro West.

SG20-Lapinski-India-1.jpg
N19+Lublin-Phillips+Arabian.jpg

Our Mission

Commonwealth Ballet Company develops, fosters and promotes the performance and appreciation of classical and contemporary ballet. To this end, CBC endeavors to maintain strong ties with the communities it serves, provide a substantial educational opportunity for young dancers, and demonstrate the highest level of artistic quality.

Board of Directors

Officers

President: Walter G. ‘Chip’ Morris, Founder and
Commonwealth Ballet and Artistic Director emeritus

Artistic Director: Melenie Diarbekirian

Treasurer: Patricia M. Wilkey,  EDS Global Desktop & Mobility

Secretary: Martin Arnold, Senior Director HR Operations, SHRM

Board Members

Stefano Caprara, Attorney, Caprara Law
Rustin Carpenter, Global Payments Solution Leader, Cognizant
Lisa Lapinski, J.D., Attorney, Lapinski Education Law, LLC
Michelle Lardizabal, Raytheon Corporation
Danielle Laurion, Account Director, Inkhouse
Bo Lysyj, Real Estate Investment and Management
Lindsay Moncrieff, Artistic Director & Owner, Acton School of Ballet
Mara Bonde Ricker,  Soprano
Coryn Vickrey, DVM