Adel Enmanuel Rivera del Toro

Manu Riv is the artistic name of Adel Enmanuel Rivera del Toro, a professional Cuban dancer and singer born on August 1, 2000, in Holguín, Cuba. He grew up in a humble rural environment, where from an early age he developed a strong connection to the arts through singing and dance.

He began his artistic training at the age of 10 at the Vocational School of Arts “Raúl Gómez García” in Holguín, Cuba, where he completed five years of elementary ballet training. At the end of this stage, he successfully passed a level advancement examination, a key evaluation within Cuba’s artistic education system, assessed by a panel of highly qualified specialists, including representatives from the National Ballet School of Cuba. Among the notable figures present in this process were Ramona de Saá (“Chery”) and Marta Iris Fernández, both highly respected figures in Cuban ballet pedagogy.

In 2015, he continued his studies at the Academy of Arts “Vicentina de la Torre” in Camagüey, Cuba, where he completed three years of intermediate-level training and graduated as a ballet dancer and instructor. During his academic years, he participated in competitions and artistic events, earning recognition in both academic and choreographic contests.

In 2018, he joined the Ballet de Camagüey under the direction of Regina Balaguer, where he developed his professional practice and performed in various stage productions. His repertoire includes works such as Giselle (Amiguitos), Don Quixote (Gypsies), Romeo and Juliet, as well as participation in male ensemble pieces including Bolero. He also took part in contemporary and neoclassical choreographic competitions, earning recognition alongside the company.

Throughout his training, he had the opportunity to attend masterclasses led by internationally renowned ballet figures, including Aurora Bosch, one of the leading figures of the National Ballet of Cuba, and Vladimir Malakhov, a world-renowned Ukrainian dancer and former artistic director of the Staatsballett Berlin, who conducted a masterclass attended by students of his school.

He later moved to Havana, Cuba, where he participated in various artistic and stage projects, including JCM (the show), where he performed as a principal dancer in Cuban-style cabaret productions inspired by Tropicana and internationally oriented performances. He also performed at El Parisien and shared the stage with well-known Cuban orchestras such as Carlon y la Novena. Additionally, he collaborated with cultural institutions such as TurArte and Circuba, one of the most prominent artistic organizations in the country.

He currently resides in the United States, where he is part of Key West International Dance Company (Passion Project). During this stage, he continues to expand his artistic development, specializing professionally in lambada and other dance styles. He also integrates singing into his performances, establishing himself as a versatile and multidisciplinary performing artist.

In 2026, Manu Riv expanded his career as a vocalist by participating in Quiero Tu Voz Mx Online 2026, an online singing competition presented through social media. The season consisted of four teams with 16 contestants each, for a total of 64 participants.

During the competition, Manu Riv competed as part of vocal coach Verónica Gil’s team and successfully advanced through multiple stages, ultimately reaching the semifinal. Throughout the competition, he demonstrated his vocal versatility by performing songs from a variety of musical genres.

The 2026 season was hosted and presented by Alva Elliot, also known on social media as Elio Dalba, who guided the competition’s live shows, presented its different stages, and interacted live with the audience.

Manu Riv’s performances during Quiero Tu Voz Mx Online 2026 included:

🎤 “Fuerte No Soy” – Reik version
https://www.facebook.com/reel/1654931278982730/?fs=e&s=TIeQ9V&fs=e&fs=e

🎤 “Mátalas” – Alejandro Fernández
https://fb.watch/I-wdPTzqpe/?fs=e

🎤 “A Puro Dolor” – Son by Four (Ballad Version)
https://fb.watch/I-wh7wHtSE/?fs=e

🎤 “Darte un Beso” – Prince Royce
https://fb.watch/I-wkd9jRmf/?fs=e

Reaching the semifinal represented a new stage in his artistic development, strengthening his work as a vocalist while complementing his professional background in dance.

Recognized for his technique, expressive abilities, and versatility on stage, Manu Riv stands out for his capacity to interpret classical, neoclassical, and contemporary repertoire while also incorporating singing into his artistic career, maintaining a genuine connection with audiences through every performance.

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