Elisa Toro Franky, a professional dancer, teacher, choreographer, and bilingual voice actress based in New York City, has astounded audiences worldwide with dance choreography that integrates ballet, tango, ballroom, and Middle Eastern styles. She has performed as a featured artist with Christopher Caines Dance, Dardo Galletto Dance at Jacob’s Pillow, and FJK Dance in New York City. Born in Bogotá, Colombia, Elisa trained with mentors from the Cuban National Ballet School such as Lidia Díaz, Ana Julia Bermúdez, and Maricely Castillo under the artistic direction of Myriam Guerrero. She has traveled to Cuba twice for international ballet intensives and competitions.