Honour Roll
In celebration of our 80th anniversary, the RWB launched the Honour Roll of Distinguished Alumni. The Honour Roll recognizes and pays tribute to the artists and builders who’ve made a significant contribution to the RWB and/or the world of dance.
All recognitions are at the discretion of the Selection Committee, which is comprised of representatives of various RWB stakeholders.
Nominations for 2025 are now closed.
Nominations of all unsuccessful applicants will be kept on file for the next round of nominations, tentatively set for 2029.
The names of the successful candidates will be made public in mid-March, pending Board approval, after the candidates have been notified. The new inductees will be celebrated at the Dinner & Ballet on May 3, 2025 before our Mixed Programme.
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Anne Armit
Director of Wardrobe

Betty Farrally, O.C.
Founder; Principal Dancer; Ballet Master; Artistic Director

Susan Glass, C.M.
Board Member; Board President

Mark Godden, C.M.
Dancer; Resident Choreographer

Evelyn Hart, C.C., O.M.
Principal Dancer

Gweneth Lloyd, O.C.
Founder; Artistic Director

Jean McKenzie
Principal Dancer; Recreational Division Founder

Arlene Minkhorst
Professional Division Vice-Principal; Associate School Director; School Director

David Moroni, C.M.
Principal Dancer; Professional Division Founder; Associate Artistic Director

Ted Patterson
Dancer; Founder of Scholarship Program; Executive / Member of Alumni Association

Kathleen Richardson, C.C., O.M.
Board President; Honorary President

John A. Russell
Set & Costume Designer; Board President

Arnold Spohr, C.C., O.M.
Principal Dancer; Artistic Director; Artistic Director Emeritus
