Dionysios Mitsios

Dionysios “Danny” Mitsios was raised in Jacksonville, FL, by Greek parents, and attended Jacksonville University (JU), where he graduated Magna Cum Laude in both Dance and Computer Information Systems. At JU, he was honored with the Dance Management, Most Improved Dancer, and Dance Contribution Awards. He also studied at Nutmeg Ballet Conservatory, where he worked with renowned choreographer Moses Pendleton of Momix. Danny’s class was featured in the creation of Lunar Sea, which is now touring with Momix. He received the Service Award and attended Nutmeg on scholarship.

Upon graduation, Danny began his professional performance career, joining esteemed companies such as Florida Ballet, Charleston Ballet Theatre, HT Chen & Dancers, Busch Gardens, Ballet Revelle, Columbia City Ballet, Ballet San Antonio, Boulder Ballet, and Montgomery Ballet. He has also performed as a guest artist with numerous organizations, including Ovations Dance Repertory Company, Freespace Dance, Equilateral Theater, Connecticut Dance Theatre, San Antonio Metropolitan Ballet, the Skien Cultural Center in Norway, and Yellowstone Ballet.

Since becoming the Artistic-Executive Director of Montgomery Ballet, Danny has successfully led the company’s regional expansion, establishing tours in Central Alabama. Under his leadership, Montgomery Ballet has significantly grown its dance education initiatives and rebranded with the slogan “Dance Lives Here,” which highlights the company’s deep roots in the community. This slogan emphasizes that the ballet’s professional dancers not only perform in Alabama but also make it their home, integrating into the local culture rather than just visiting for performances.

In addition to his dance career, Danny co-owns Long Body Yoga, TheGreatestWebAndGraphics.com, and 35° 33° Dance Company in Cyprus. He is also an active member and officer in the United States Coast Guard Reserves, where he continues to demonstrate his leadership and commitment to service.