Daniel began performing in community musical theatre productions as a young teen, but didn’t begin training in ballet until the age of fifteen. He then studied around the Southeast with companies such as the Professional Training Program of Terminus Modern Ballet in Atlanta, GA, and in Richmond, VA as a Trainee with Richmond Ballet. When he is not onstage, Daniel is often in the lighting booth or working backstage in a theater. Daniel has created lighting designs for shows across the US, winning awards at regional and international competitions. He joined the Charlottesville Ballet as a Company Artist in 2023, and has also served as lighting designer for Charlottesville Ballet Academy performances. Daniel would like to thank his mother for passing on her love for dance to him and inspiring him every day to keep pushing and never give up.

Daniel's 2024-25 season performances are sponsored by Penny & Dutch Dorschel.