THE ARTISTS
International stars. Montreal talent. Live music.
World-class DJs. One unforgettable weekend dedicated
to Bachata, movement, music and connection.
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HEADLINERS
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FAUSTO & TAMARA
BACHATA • PARTNERWORK • MUSICALITY
International Bachata artists Fausto & Tamara bring dynamic partnerwork, musical interpretation and an unmistakable performance energy to the dance floor.
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Known throughout the international Bachata community, Fausto & Tamara combine technical training, connection and expressive movement in both their teaching and performances.
Their workshops go beyond choreography, giving dancers tools to develop stronger partnerwork, musical awareness and confidence.
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CHAMPIONS
JORGE & DULCE
EUROSON WORLD CHAMPIONS • BACHATA
Crowned 2025 Euroson World Champions, Jorge & Dulce are internationally acclaimed for their elegant technique, musical interpretation and powerful stage presence.
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Touring internationally, Jorge & Dulce have distinguished themselves through a fusion of sensuality, precision and storytelling through movement.
Their championship success has established them among the exciting Bachata couples performing and teaching on the international scene.
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LERA DANCERA
DOMINICAN BACHATA • MUSICALITY
International instructor Lera Dancera brings a distinctive approach rooted in Dominican Bachata, musicality and expressive movement.
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Known for her energetic performances and methodical teaching style, Lera combines technical precision with an expressive approach to traditional Bachata.
Her teaching explores Dominican Bachata steps, variations and musical interpretation.
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ANITA & VAREA
BACHATA SENSUAL • FUSION • PARTNERWORK
Straight from Madrid, Anita & Varea bring a modern vision of Bachata Sensual combining technical fusion, powerful partner connection and natural elegance.
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Anita & Varea are international Bachata dancers whose distinctive style combines sensual Bachata, technical precision and expressive partnerwork.
Their teaching emphasizes connection, communication, musical accents and refined technique.
FEATURED ARTISTS
Meet the dancers, instructors, choreographers and teams bringing their talent, style and energy to Montreal.
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ADRIANO & SAMANTHA
BACHATA • SALSA • PERFORMANCEDynamic performers and instructors bringing precision, chemistry and powerful stage presence to Montreal.
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JHAIME & VALENTINA
BACHATA • PARTNERWORK • PERFORMANCEBringing connection, musicality and expressive partnerwork to the Montreal Bachata Festival.
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ADRI
FEATURED ARTIST • BACHATA • PERFORMANCEJoining the 2026 Montreal Bachata Festival lineup with style, musicality and dynamic stage presence.
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DTP
DANCE TEAM • PERFORMANCEA dynamic dance collective bringing choreography, teamwork and high-energy performance to the festival.
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KANA & VIC
BACHATA • ZOUK • FUSIONA creative partnership blending connection, flow and influences from Bachata and Brazilian Zouk.
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SAN TROPEZ
MONTREAL • BACHATA • LATIN DANCEMontreal dancers representing the energy, diversity and performance spirit of the San Tropez community.
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LUC POULIN
BACHATA • SALSA • INSTRUCTORAccomplished dancer, educator, musician and choreographer known for technique, musicality and competitive excellence.
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SALSA ATTITUDE
QUÉBEC • LATIN DANCE • PERFORMANCEBringing Québec's Latin dance energy to Montreal with vibrant movement, personality and performance.
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EMILY & JORGE
BACHATA • PARTNERWORK • PERFORMANCEA partnership built around connection, musicality and expressive Bachata movement.
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CHRISTINA PIEDRA
SALSA • BACHATA • CHOREOGRAPHYPerformer, instructor and choreographer bringing technical excellence and polished stage artistry.
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FUEGO LATINO
FEATURED ARTIST • PERFORMANCEJoining the Montreal Bachata Festival lineup with energy, artistry and Latin dance performance.
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JOSE SANDOVAL
FEATURED ARTIST • BACHATABringing his style, musicality and dance experience to the 2026 Montreal Bachata Festival.
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RAPHAEL & SABRINA
BACHATA • PARTNERWORK • PERFORMANCEA featured partnership bringing connection, musicality and performance to the festival stage.
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VICTOR & CORINNE
BACHATA • PARTNERWORK • PERFORMANCEBringing partner connection, musical interpretation and polished performance to Montreal.
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ELITE LATIN DANCE
LATIN DANCE • TEAM • PERFORMANCEA featured Latin dance team bringing energy, choreography and stage presence to MBF.
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ERNESTO CAMPBELL
FEATURED ARTIST • PERFORMANCEBringing experience, personality and dynamic movement to the Montreal Bachata Festival lineup.
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ALMA LATINA
LATIN DANCE • TEAM • PERFORMANCEA vibrant Latin dance team bringing choreography, energy and stage presence to the festival.
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ANDREANNE & MANUEL
BACHATA • PARTNERWORK • PERFORMANCEA featured partnership bringing connection, musicality and polished performance to Montreal.
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CLIFTON STENNETT
FEATURED ARTIST • EMCEE • PERFORMANCEBringing personality, dance experience and festival energy to the 2026 Montreal Bachata Festival.
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KHALID
FEATURED ARTIST • BACHATAJoining the 2026 lineup with musicality, style and dynamic Latin dance performance.
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MAUDE CHENNIER
FEATURED ARTIST • BACHATA • PERFORMANCEBringing musicality, expression and performance energy to the Montreal Bachata Festival.
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RICKY DAMIEN
FEATURED ARTIST • BACHATA • PERFORMANCERicky Damien joins the 2026 lineup with musicality, style and dynamic stage energy.
LIVE IN CONCERT
PINTO PICASSO
One of the signature moments of Montreal Bachata Festival: experience Pinto Picasso live for an unforgettable Saturday-night Bachata concert.
THE DJs
The soundtrack to your Montreal Bachata Festival nights.
DJ TRONKY
Bringing the music, energy and atmosphere for unforgettable late-night Bachata socials.
DJ BROWN SUGAR
DJ SABRUSSO
DJ NONEZ
OFFICIAL JUDGES
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MEET THE TEAM
SONIA KYRIACOU
CO-PRODUCER • ARTISTIC DIRECTION
MORIS ALVARENGA
CO-PRODUCER • EMCEE
CLIFTON STENNETT
EMCEE
ALEXANDRE RACINE
PHOTOGRAPHER • VIDEOGRAPHER
RANIA GREICHE
COMPETITION COORDINATORCOME FOR THE ARTISTS. STAY FOR THE EXPERIENCE.
Workshops. Performances. Competition. Live music. Late-night socials. One unforgettable weekend.