FACULTY

Lisette Bustamante is a renowned choreographer, educator, and mentor with over 30 years in the entertainment industry. She has danced alongside global icons including Madonna, Janet Jackson, Justin Timberlake, Usher, Ariana Grande, Missy Elliott, and has been featured in major commercial campaigns for brands like Gap, Pepsi, and Apple. Her choreography credits span powerhouse artists such as Pink, Britney Spears, Ricky Martin, Jennifer Lopez, and Prince. On screen, she served as the supervising choreographer for MTV’s America’s Best Dance Crew and co-hosted AMC’s Showville, where she traveled across the country mentoring everyday performers and helping them bring their creative dreams to life.

As a passionate educator and mentor, Lisette works closely with the next generation of artists through her signature mentorship program, Activating The Artist. Her teaching philosophy centers on empowering dancers to express themselves authentically, take bold creative risks, and develop a sustainable, fulfilling career. She fosters a supportive, intentional environment where artistic growth and personal transformation go hand in hand.