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2025-2026 GUEST ARTISTS, Cont.
Joseph Gatti, Guest Artist
Joseph Gatti is United Ballet Theatre’s Artistic Director (Founder) and formerly
a Principal Dancer with the Cincinnati Ballet and Corella Ballet as well as a
First Soloist with Boston Ballet. He was born in Warwick, New York and raised
in Orlando, Florida, where he began dancing at the Orlando Ballet School and
continued his training with Vadim Fedotov and Irina Depler. Joseph danced
at Orlando Ballet as an apprentice from 2001-2003, under the direction of
Fernando Bujones. In 2003, he was coached by Orlando Molina for the Youth
American Grand Prix Ballet Competition in New York, where he was awarded
the gold medal and a scholarship to the Royal Ballet School in London.
Upon graduating with honors, he received the Dame Ruth Railton Award
for Excellence in Dance in 2004. After attending the American Ballet Theater
Summer Intensive in 2003, he joined the American Ballet Theater Studio
Company for the 2004-2005 season. In 2005, he became the first American
male dancer to win the prestigious gold medal at the New York International
Ballet Competition.
In 2006 Joseph was nominated as Best Male Dancer for the 2006 Benois
de la Danse in Moscow, Russia, won bronze at the USA International Ballet
Competition and silver at the Seoul International Ballet Competition in Korea.
He was also chosen to be featured in a video entitled “The Male Ballet Dancer”
presented by master teacher Finis Jhung. In 2007, Joseph was coached by
Magaly Suarez for the first World Ballet Competition in Orlando, Florida, where
he received the gold medal. Mr. Gatti also received the bronze medal at the
2010 Istanbul International Ballet Competition. In 2013, Joseph received the Mr.
Virtuosity Award at the Dance Open Ballet Festival in St. Petersburg, Russia. In
2014, he also received the “Best Pas De Deux” award at the Dance Open Festival
in St. Petersburg.
Daynelis Muñoz, Guest Artist
A Cuban-born Principal International Guest Artist, Daynelis Muñoz, showcased
her exceptional talents with the National Ballet of Cuba, Mexico Ballet, and
Tulsa Ballet before embarking on a freelancing journey. Daynelis has graced
stages across Spain, France, Colombia, Mexico, and more. Her repertoire
includes leading roles in iconic classics such as Swan Lake, Giselle, Don Quixote,
Nutcracker, Sleeping Beauty, Romeo and Juliet, Serenade, La Bayadere, as
well as pieces by internationally acclaimed choreographers like John Cranko,
Edwaard Liang, Marcello Angelini, George Balanchine, Wayne McGregor, Ma
Cong, and the legendary Alicia Alonso.
Daynelis has left an indelible mark on the international ballet scene, having
earned Gold Medals in various International Ballet Competitions in Cuba and
Mexico, including the prestigious Youth America Grand Prix. Her contributions
extend beyond performance, as she has served as a jury member for dance
competitions, International Dance Meetings, and Congresses of Spectacles in
Mexico. Currently, Daynelis holds the esteemed position of Principal Guest Artist
and Ballet Coach on the international stage. Her expertise has been sought
after, leading to invitations to guest teach in numerous Galas, Master classes,
and Ballet Productions around the world. Daynelis Muñoz continues to be a
beacon of excellence, enriching the global ballet community with her artistry
and dedication.
