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2024-2025 GUEST ARTISTS, Cont.
Telmen Munkherdene, Guest Artist
Telmen Munkherdene began his training in his native Mongolia at the
Mongolian State Conservatory, graduating in 2017. During his final year, he
performed with the Mongolian State Opera and Ballet Theatre. Awarded a full
scholarship to the Kirov Academy of Ballet in Washington, D.C., Telmen joined
the junior company and performed Giselle with the Cuban National Ballet at the
Kennedy Center. He trained under ballet legends Bat Udval and Evgenia Singur,
Marina Bogdanova.
Telmen has received numerous accolades throughout his career. He won the
silver medal for classical ballet and the Grand Prix for contemporary dance
at the 32nd World Association of Arts Exchange Festival in South Korea.
Additionally, he earned the bronze medal at the Mongolian National Ballet
Competition. In 2019, he received the Gold Medal at the World Ballet Grand Prix
in New York and a full scholarship to attend the Joffrey Ballet School. He also
won the silver medal and Best Technique Award at the Jewels Festival in New
York and received a diploma at the YAGP 2019 finals.
Notably, Telmen is the youngest recipient of the Medal for Leading Cultural
Artist in Mongolia, awarded by the Ministry of Culture. He has danced as a
guest artist for several international productions, including in China, with Ajkun
Ballet Theatre in the United States, and Fire Bird with Komaki Ballet Japan in
Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. His repertory includes leading roles in classical ballets
such as Don Quixote, Le Corsaire, Flames of Paris, Walpurgis Night, Diana and
Acteon, The Nutcracker, Swan Lake, and Giselle.
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.
Ms. 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, Ms. 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.
