Lisa Auguste (pronounced O geest) is a multifaceted performer working out of Toronto, Ontario. She has trained extensively in ballet, tap, jazz, acrobatics, modern, salsa, hip-hop, some break dance, popping and acting. Lisa is an avid teacher, choreographer and student of her craft. Lisa can be seen in the feature film “Shall We Dance” starring Richard Gere and Jennifer Lopez and choreographed by Fatima, as well as music videos for Our Lady Peace, Lauryn Taylor, Love Inc, Jully Black and Shawn Desman. She was a featured dancer on the Toronto One television show as well as the Kiss 92 1st annual award show, and the lead in the reality programs “Style By Jury” and “Match Maker” on the Life Network.
Lisa was fortunate to play the role of the Cheetah in the Mirvish production of The Lion King, and was involved in Helix Dance Project’s inaugural show “Integration, Evolve and now Verb.Atim” choreographed by Linda Garneau. She has traveled through Europe, South America and the Caribbean as a dancer with both Royal Caribbean and Regal Empress cruise lines.
Lisa has extensive experience as a dancer and guest choreographer. She has also worked for Remax, Mac Cosmetics, Maxim Magazine and Stop Line Productions in several live industrial and fashion shows. Currently Lisa is working as a teacher, choreographer and adjudicator throughout the GTA, where she is well known for her creative and disciplined style, with a touch of humour! She is also a member of Toronto’s first top 10 So You Think You Can Dance Canada