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ROMANIANTIMES
We live in an age where going to
themovies became one of themost favorite
activities. Young or old, we all have a
favorite genre, movie, actor, director...
today I would like to introduce you all to
a talented new actor!! Born and raised in
Romania, Daniel Danca is a young actor
trying to become your next favorite actor!
I have faith that the future will confirm my
intuition, and he will succeed!
Mara Circiu: A Romanian actor
living in America... this sounds like a
script!! Please tell us how did you start
your journey in this field.
Daniel Danca: After graduating
from Law school a friend sent me an
audition for a soap opera out of nowhere. I
decided to do it and it was the best decision
ever made. I was instantly hooked by the
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A star is born!
by Mara Circiu,
Atlanta, Georgia
experience and how much fun I had while
being uncomfortable. I loved the feeling
of creating characters and playing them
through different circumstances. It’s a
feeling I can’t describe yet it feels right,
joyful.
Mara Circiu: Do you have any
formal training ?
Daniel Danca: Yes, I graduated
from the 2-year full time program at the
William Esper Studio in NYC in June
2018. Suzanne Esper was my teacher!
Mara Circiu: Hollywood has
such a magic attraction to so many young
actors, and for many remains just that...a
mirage, how do you stay motivated in such
a competitive field?
Daniel Danca: First of all, I think
of my family and how much love they
showed me, and I do it for them. Second,
I do it for every person out there who has a
dream that everything is possible as long as
you work hard and enjoy the process. I do
it because I want to leave the world a better
place, a fun place, amore loving place.And
I love being uncomfortable, growing and
learning from people and experiences. You
always want to strive to be a better version
of yourself and this field does exactly that.
Just having a bigger vision than
myself and my ego is what keeps me
motivated. We are not here for us but for
each other. People and my love for them is
what keeps me motivated.
Mara Circiu: Who is your favorite
actor?
Daniel Danca: My favorite all
time actor is Tom Hardy
MaraCirciu: What isyour favorite
movie?
Daniel Danca: “Citizen Kane”
Mara Circiu: Who is your favorite
director?
Daniel Danca: Martin Scorsese
Mara Circiu: I am partial to
theater, I absolutely love being in a Theater
and watching the actors on stage, are you
considering Theater, as well?
Daniel Danca: I am fascinated by
musicals, and I would love to be part of
one on Broadway in the future.
Mara Circiu: What movies did
you play in already?
Daniel Danca: Upcoming movie
“Odd Man Rush” - The real life story of
hockey player Bill Keenan.
Mara Circiu: One day, I do hope
you’ll win an Oscar! Here’s your chance to
practice your acceptance speech;)
Daniel Danca: I feel phenomenal
! Hey Mom, we did it :) This is for every
child out there: Never give up on your
dreams because if you believe in yourself
and work towards your dream, one day it
will become reality. Be goofy, be yourself
and most importantly HAVE FUN while
doing it.
Mara Circiu: What roles do you
see yourself playing?
Daniel Danca: The villain and the
guy next door who saves the day.
Mara Circiu: One scene from a
movie that moved you deeply?
Daniel Danca: The movie
“Network” where Howard Beale gets mad
and tells people to get mad aswell and fight
for what they believe. Such a powerful
message and scene. Mesmerizing!
Mara Circiu: One person that you
admire a lot in this industry?
Daniel Danca: My badass
manager JenniferLonardo,wonderwoman
in disguise!
Mara Circiu: What do you love
to do?
Daniel Danca: Travel as much
as I can, reading books, painting, meeting
people, eating-definitely!!!
Mara Circiu: If you would do a
different career what do you think it would
be?
Daniel Danca: Politician, I love
fighting for the people!
Mara Circiu: Thank you for
sharing your interesting experience with
our readers, Daniel! Best of luck, and
we cannot wait to see where this amazing
journey called life will take you!!
Daniel Danca: Thank you, Mara,
for allowing me to connect with your
audience and represent Romania on this
mesmerizing adventure called acting!