Rosa Collantes, dancer Rosa Collantes is an internationally renowned performer, choreographer and dance instructor. She has worked and studied with Carlos Gavito, Nito and Elba, Hector Zaraspe and Pedro and Laura Escudero. As a featured dancer, ensemble member and choreographer, Rosa is recognized by audiences throughout the world for the intensity and authenticity of her dance which exhibits a unique and sensual style. As a choreographer, Rosa recently worked on a tribute to Tito Puente at Madison Square Garden, on the Walnut Street Theatre's production of Camila, starring Mira Sorvino, John Leguizamo, and Joe Pesci., and on Dance with Me, starring Vanessa Williams and Chayanne. She also coached Matt Damon for his upcoming movie, The Brothers Grimm.   Rosa has performed at Manhattan's most illustrious venues including Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, Madison Square Garden and Town Hall and has made guest appearances on television shows such as, Good Morning America, Regis and Kathy Lee, Best Talk, and Sabado Gigante, in addition to television networks HBO, Telemundo, and Canal Sur, among others.   With an extensive knowledge of Latin American folkloric repertoire, Argentine Tango and other contemporary social dances, Rosa teaches workshops throughout the world. She is currently the exclusive instructor for the Ballroom Club at the United Nation.  She has been honored at various national and international Salsa and Tango Congresses.