SAMUEL DEANGELO
YORBA LINDA, CALIFORNIA
Photo by Adrien Padilla
“Music, nature, friends, new life-experiences, and human connection all inspire me endlessly.”
-SAMUEL DEANGELO
Photo by Adrien Padilla
Samuel DeAngelo, originally from Yorba Linda, California, began dancing at the age of eighteen. In 2016, he graduated with a BFA in Dance Performance from Chapman University, with additional awards for performance and choreography. Samuel has also danced with FUSE Dance Company, and has performed choreographic works by Dwight Rhoden, Mauro Astolfi, Ching Ching Wong, Tommie-Waheed Evans, Yin Yue, Ido Tadmor, Jhonathan Soutchy, Andrea Guise, Amanda Kay White, and Jennifer Backhaus. Samuel also worked with Disney Cruise Line, and was in the opening cast of Beauty and the Beast, directed and choreographed by Connor Gallagher. This is Samuel’s eighth season performing with Backhausdance.
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When did you start dancing?
I started dancing when I was 19 in a community college program., but have 10 years of martial arts experience prior to any dance training.
How do you prepare for a performance?
I like to mentally go through all of the works in my head before hitting the stage, and tune in to my breath to relieve some nerves prior to performing.
What is your favorite non-dance activity or hobby?
Aside from dancing, I’m probably spending time with my friends and loved ones. I really enjoy spending quality time conversing with people, and creating new fun memories together.
What is a must-have item in your dance bag?
My collapsible foam roller. One of my most beloved objects.
How do you prepare for a rehearsal?
Prior to rehearsal, I do my best to review whatever material we are working on for that day. As well as making sure to grab my cold brew as I wouldn't function without it.
What gives you inspiration?
Music, nature, friends, new life-experiences, and human connection all inspire me endlessly.