Tori Cristi (Victoria Villamil) is a Los Angeles–based director, choreographer, educator, and producer specializing in Punking and Whacking. As a queer Salvadoran Filipina artist, her work is guided by cultural resonance, emotional engagement, and a deep dedication to detail.

As a choreographer grounded with a background in freestyle dance culture, Tori creates work that moves between stage, music collaborations, and immersive performance spaces. She has worked with artists and brands such as HYBE x Geffen, Red Bull, Amazon, Sun Drop Garden, Mark de Clive, Jenn Moral and more.

As a renowned teacher and educator, she has taught and judged internationally within street dance communities. Tori approaches dance as a transformative practice. She cultivates confidence, performance quality, and cultural literacy while helping dancers develop a strong mind-body connection.

As the Founder and Artistic & Executive Director of Whacking Los Angeles, she leads the production of performances, festivals, educational programs, and original works that create platforms for LGBTQ+ and BIPOC artists. Her work centers on building sustainable opportunities, amplifying underrepresented voices, and developing culturally grounded programming from concept to execution. She has produced large-scale events and original works including Liminality: Queer Arts Showcase, and the Colors Whacking Festival in Los Angeles.

Tori’s work is rooted in joy, equity, and the belief that movement can change lives. She has been featured on LA Dance Chronicle, BuzzFeed, USC Kaufman School of Dance and VoyageLA.