Flamenco X Dance Company

 Rafaela is a talented and dedicated flamenco dancer whose passion for the art form shines through in every step. With a commitment to excellence and a relentless pursuit of mastery, Rafaela is making waves in the world of flamenco with her captivating performances and unwavering determination.  Under the guidance of experienced flamenco instructors, Rafaela has honed her skills and developed a style that is both authentic and compelling. Her performances are characterized by their precision, intensity, and emotional authenticity, captivating audiences with her raw talent and undeniable stage presence. 

 Gaël Poretti is a captivating flamenco dancer known for his dynamic performances and undeniable stage presence. With a profound connection to the art of flamenco and a natural talent for expression through movement, Gaël has established himself as an emerging artist.  From a young age, Gaël was drawn to the mesmerizing rhythms and passionate energy of flamenco. Inspired by the profound emotions and storytelling embedded within the art form.  

 Marie is a former student of the Conservatory of Flamenco Arts and a graduate of the Department of Theatre and Dance at the University of New Mexico studying under Eva Encinias Sandoval and Marisol Encinias with a focus in Flamenco dance & history. She has trained with several dance companies: Yjastros, Jesus Muñoz Co., Zorongo Flamenco Dance Theatre, and Evolución Latina. She has taught dance for Albuquerque public schools, YMCA,  Zorongo Flamenco Dance Theatre and guest taught at Flamencoworks Inc. She holds a Master of the Arts in Teaching from University of Southern California and a Master of Engineering degree from Colorado State. She has traveled to and lived in Spain, studying with master teachers such as: the Galván family, Torombo, Carmen Ledesma and former Spanish Ballet Nacional Company members. Marie currently studies under Flamenco Masters: Carmen Talegona (Amor de Dios, Madrid), Susana Di Palma (Zorongo FDT), & Marija Temo

Marie has begun to establish herself as an emerging creative force to be reckoned with in Minneapolis, MN

 Margaret Temple “La Guerrera”
Margaret Temple, known in the flamenco world as La Guerrera (“The Warrior”), is a dancer whose artistry embodies strength, passion, and unyielding spirit. With a style that is both fierce and deeply emotive, she channels the raw power of flamenco while honoring its profound traditions.

Her journey into flamenco has been marked by relentless dedication and resilience—qualities that earned her the name La Guerrera. Whether on stage or in the studio, Margaret captivates audiences with her commanding presence, sharp footwork, and the ability to weave stories through movement.

A committed student of flamenco’s rhythm and expression, Margaret has trained under Kristina de Sacramento Anda Flamenco Company while cultivating her own unique voice within the art form. Beyond performance, she is devoted to building community through dance, using flamenco as a vessel for connection, healing, and empowerment.

With every performance, La Guerrera carries forward the soul of flamenco: strength born of struggle, beauty carved from resilience, and a fire that refuses to be extinguished.

Juliette is a performing artist based in the Twin Cities. The first flamenco class she ever took was at Anda Flamenco. This studio was incredibly formative and provided her with basic knowledge of the art form and an immense appreciation for the movement style. Watching her mother, Rafaela del Sol, dance and seeing her passion for art and movement influenced Juliette and ignited a fire within her to perform to this day. She soon began to explore performing arts at a larger capacity, studying theater and dance and taking classes at a local circus school, Circus Juventas.  Juliette is sincerely grateful for performing arts and the places it has taken her. In 2017, she performed aerial, acrobatics, handstands, theater, and dance on the Washington Mall for the Smithsonian Folklife Festival along with a small group of peers from Circus Juventas. In 2019, she was awarded silver at the Australian National Circus Festival for her Pas De Deux act performed with Ran Brown, involving aerial silks and dance elements. Most recently, she traveled to Monte Carlo, Monaco, in January of 2025 to perform in the Festival International du Cirque de Monte Carlo as an assistant artist to a renowned Mongolian Strongman performer, Tulga. She performed both fire dance and assisted in aerial elements for his act. Locally, she performed in an ensemble piece as a guest artist in Pulse/IMPULSE, an emerging artist showcase presented in March by the Ray Terrell Dance Group, a modern dance company based in St. Paul, MN. Juliette also performs for Enticing Entertainment, a local performing arts company highlighting circus arts, dance, and performance expressions.  Exploring various art forms and widening her breadth of dance abilities has brought immense joy to Juliette. She looks forward to growing as a dancer and sharing her love for movement with as many individuals as possible. Juliette plans to deepen her pursuit of performing locally as an emerging artist and returns to flamenco dance, exploring new pathways for expression, confidence, relationships, and storytelling within pieces. She is excited to be a part of Flamenco X’s 2025 season.  

Cecilia Calvo
Cecilia Calvo is a flamenco dancer whose artistry reflects both discipline and deep emotional expression. While she has some training with ballet, it was flamenco that captured her heart and became her lifelong path. She has studied with renowned maestros Ramón de los Reyes and Susana Di Palma, experiences that grounded her in the traditions of compás, improvisation, and the soulful storytelling at the heart of flamenco.

Cecilia’s performances are marked by elegance, precision, and an authentic connection to the music, blending her movement foundation with the intensity and passion of flamenco. With every step, she carries forward a dedication to honoring the art form while sharing its vitality and beauty with audiences.