Maliwan Diemer

Chicago Ballet Arts (CBA) was founded in 1986 and was born from a desire to create a school that infused the rigor of a pre-professional dance program with an inclusive, nurturing environment. The original focus of providing access and opportunity to high quality ballet training for all with the desire to learn is still central to this non-profit organization's mission today. CBA served Chicago's north and northwest neighborhoods for over 34 years before moving to Evanston, IL in the fall of 2020. In addition to its long standing Preparatory and Pre-Professional Divisions, the school now includes two performance ensembles and Enrichment and Adult Divisions, which provide expanded offerings for a range of dancers. CBA alumni have gone on to prestigious university dance programs and professional dance companies and current students are accepted into some of the country’s top summer intensives each year. The founding principles of diversity and inclusion remain core values and the school is proud to continue its dedication to quality and community in its home at 915 Foster St.