This is actually remarkably similar to Backbone.MarionetteJS, only, swap the O with C for Controller (but don't be fooled, even their docs say it's not the most fitting name).

For those interested in learning more about Marionette, Amy Palamountain made a fantastic presentation you can check out at her site: http://amy.palamounta.in/2013/04/12/unsuck-your-backbone/