Patrons

His Excellency the Honorable Christopher John Dawson AMPMiss Terri Charlesworth OAM, WA.CIT

Board

Zrinka Highfield (Chair)
Ms Highfield brings extensive experience across the not-for-profit sector, with a strong focus on governance, community engagement, and sustainable organisational growth. She has worked closely with boards, volunteers, and stakeholders to strengthen operational structures, support strategic planning, and ensure organisations remain purpose-driven while financially and ethically sound. A strong supporter of the arts and classical ballet, Zrinka is passionate about the role the arts play in enriching communities and supporting the development of young artists.

Amanda Sparks (Treasurer)
Ms. Sparks is a Chartered Accountant with over 30 years' experience in finance, reporting, and governance for entities listed on the ASX and unlisted entities. 

Judith Clark (Board member)
Ms Clark has been involved in theatre productions, commercial campaigns, and the film and television industry for over 30 years. She has a BA in Theatre and Communications Studies, and has worked in the entertainment industry internationally, particularly in south-east Asia.
Since 2015 she has developed skills in production and promotion; marketing and digital communications; strategy, brand and business development to serving on the boards of not for profit arts organisations.

Sharon Dalla Costa (Board member)
Ms Dalla Costa is the Managing Director of Youth Ballet WA and Professional dancer and dance teacher with over 30 years' experience in the dance industry. 

Sonya Shepherd (Board member)
Ms Shepherd is the Performance Director of Youth Ballet WA and Director of Charlesworth Ballet School and Ballet Collective Australia and has over 30 years' experience in the dance industry.

Slava Tutukin (Advisor to the member)
Mr Tutukin was a student of the prestigious Vaganova Ballet Academy and graduated with distinction in 2008. After a successful career as a soloist dancer, Mr Tutukin is now the Managing Director of the Tanya Pearson Academy.