We're not exactly sure what the definition of a Dance Goddess is, but we're pretty sure Natalia Alonso -- a member of the Complexions dance company -- qualifies.

It wasn't always this way.

Natalia's mother dragged her to ballet as a child because she was behaving too much like a tom boy with her male cousins. When Nati became seriously injured, she decided to attend college where she majored in Economics at Wesleyan University. After graduating, Nati thought she might dance professionally. It took her four tries to land a job with Ballet Hispanico.

Once on stage in front of an audience, it became apparent that Natalia Alonso had an extraordinary presence that could not be taught. Over the next four years, more and more roles came her way until Natalia was the sizzling Queen of Salsa at Ballet Hispanico.

But that was not enough to satisfy Nati's desire to push herself and her art to the limit. When Desmond Richardson and Dwight Rhoden offered her a place with Complexions, Nati readily accepted.

Today, it is clear to anyone with eyeballs that this Spanish- American sprite -- dare I say supermodel -- is one of the most extraordinary modern dancers we have soaring across our stages.

While Nati's availability is limited by her artistic engagements, she is willing to consider a select number of artistic and commercial opportunities at this time. Please bring them to my attention. My private line is 802-526-2201. My email is jcmanheimer@gmail.com.