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RECOGNIZING KEITH ROBINSON AND MAUREEN ROBINSON OF ROBINSON BALLET ON
THE OCCASION OF THEIR RETIREMENT
WHEREAS, Robinson Ballet was founded in 1977 by Ralph Robinson; and
WHEREAS, Keith Robinson took over as co-artistic director of Robinson Ballet in 1986, and Maureen
Robinson joined as co-artistic director in 1990; and
WHEREAS, Keith and Maureen have played an integral role in Bangor's evolution into a hub for the
arts and creative endeavors for 30 years, through performance, education, and
outreach, bringing a broader international worldview to our city; and
4110 WHEREAS, Keith and Maureen have sought out partnerships within the artistic community, most
notably the annual "Nutcracker" co-production with the Bangor Symphony Orchestra,
which has been a holiday staple for decades; and
WHEREAS, Keith and Maureen are retiring from Robinson Ballet after 30 years and 26 years,
respectively, as co-artistic directors, having dedicated their professional and personal
lives to the art of ballet, their students, and the community of Bangor at large.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Joseph M. Baldacci, Mayor of the City of Bangor, on behalf of the City
Council and the citizens of Bangor, do hereby recognize Keith Robinson and Maureen Robinson for
their indelible contributions to our community on the occasion of their retirement.
Given this the 12th day of December, 2016.
Joseph M. Baldacci, Mayor