Danielle Gould

Born in North Vancouver, Canada, Danielle's dance journey showcases her dedication and passion. She is a world-class dancer, choreographer, instructor, and adjudicator. Danielle trained at prestigious institutions, including the John Cranko School Stuttgart, National Ballet School of Canada, and the Goh Ballet Academy. At 16, she received the prestigious Solo Seal award. At 17, Danielle's talent took her to the Youth America Grand Prix finals in New York City, earning a full scholarship to the John Cranko Academy. During her second year, she was offered a contract with the Hungarian National Ballet. At the Hungarian State Opera House, Danielle’s repertoire grew to include renowned ballets. She performed soloist roles in classics like Sleeping Beauty, Le Corsaire, The Nutcracker, Coppelia, Swan Lake, Manon, Etudes, and The Merry Widow. Danielle worked with renowned names such as Sir Peter Wright, Maina Gielgud, Anna-Marie Holmes, Ronald Hynd, Ivan Nagy, Choo Chiat Goh, and Wayne Eagling. She also choreographed for the season opening gala of the Hungarian State Opera House and the Hungarian National Ballet Foundation's Young Choreographers Evening. After Budapest, Danielle joined "The House of Dancing Water" in Macao, China, created by Cirque du Soleil choreographer Franco Dragone. In 2023, Danielle became Dance Manager, Choreographer, and Performer for North Star Performing Art Management's Cultural exchange tour of China. Alongside performing, Danielle shares her passion through teaching, adjudicating, and choreography.Danielle has been a guest teacher and adjudicator at several prestigious schools internationally and was featured in Hollywood films Red Sparrow and Colette as a dancer.