About
Founded in 1967, the Ballet Women’s Committee is an exclusive volunteer organization dedicated to raising funds for the Alabama Ballet. The Committee is also the presenter of the Poinsettia Debutante Ball.
Our mission is to foster interest in and promote the development of ballet in Alabama through educational, charitable, and cultural initiatives.
2026 / 2027 Executive Board
President: Allison Herr
Vice President: Amanda Peters
Treasurer: Jane Bochnak
Assistant Treasurer: Ashley Goetz
Secretary: Lindsey DeRieux
Poinsettia Debutante Ball President:
Liz Guest
Advisor: Sharon Maddox
New Member Chair: Carolyn Jordan
Communications Chair: Alissa Padgett
Chaplain: Kelley Brown
Extravaganza Chairs: Katie Bushby & Ashley Groves
Alabama Ballet Liaison: Tammy Towns
Prospective BWC Members
Thank you for your interest in joining the Ballet Women's Committee! If you're interested in becoming a member, please reach out through our Contact Us form.
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