Emma-Lynn MacKay-Ronacher
Rubberband company Dancer/Instructor

Emma-Lynn MacKay-Ronacher was raised in Kemptville, Ontario, where she began her dance training at a local studio. At 14, she moved to Montreal to join L’École supérieure de ballet du Québec, where she spent five years in the professional program training in both classical and contemporary dance. She graduated at 19 and began her career freelancing with acclaimed choreographers and companies, including Les Grands Ballets Canadiens de Montréal, Anne Plamondon Productions, Gioconda Barbuto, and Veronique Giasson.

In 2021, Emma-Lynn joined RUBBERBAND as a company dancer, a role she continues to hold today. She is also a founding member of the Bulbe Collective, an active group that performs in Quebec festivals and produces dance films.
In 2023, Emma-Lynn embarked on her journey as an independent choreographer, supported by funding from the Canada Council for the Arts. She created her debut solo work, What She Saw, inspired by 11 years of journal entries and exploring themes of personal growth and reflection. The piece was performed in Montreal to critical acclaim before gaining international recognition. It won a choreographic competition in Europe, leading to a tour across Germany where it was performed in eight cities.

Emma-Lynn remains dedicated to blending her roles as a performer and creator, continually exploring new avenues of expression in the world of dance.