Liethis Hechavarria is a seasoned dancer, instructor, and choreographer with over 25 years of experience. From Santiago de Cuba, she has contributed significantly to the Afro-Cuban dance scene as the former first dancer and assistant director for the Oyu Oro Afro-Cuban Experimental Dance Ensemble in NYC. Liethis trained at the Instituto Superior de Arte (ISA) in Cuba and has performed with notable companies including BAM, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, Cumbre, and Djoniba Dance and Drum Centre. Her dynamic approach to dance and storytelling continues to inspire and engage diverse audiences.