Daniel Rutis is a professional ballet dancer, instructor, and mentor based in the Pacific Northwest. He began his dance training under the direction of Maricar Drilon and furthered his studies with the prestigious Long Beach Ballet. Having spent decades as a principal dancer, Daniel is
known for his strength and precision. He currently specializes in teaching men’s ballet, boys’ ballet, and classical partnering. He is dedicated to fostering the next generation of dancers, serving as a prominent faculty member and mentor at regional schools including Northwest Classical Ballet and Dance Fusion Northwest.