Teresa Bandettini, also known as Amarilli Etrusca, was an Italian dancer, extemporaneous verse composer, and poet. Despite the loss of her parents at a young age, she pursued a career in dance and later transitioned into improvisation. Known as the “literary ballerina,” her unique talent for creating verse on the spot captivated audiences. Bandettini’s influence was recognized by her patron Count Ludovico Savioli, poet Maria Maddalena Morelli, and composer Niccolò Paganini. She passed away in Lucca, leaving behind a legacy of creativity and influence.