Danielo Mendes

Teaches at Bellyqueen

“Un Maestro du Hip-Hop”, “Un Choreographer…a Incroyable Talents” both phrases ripped from the French headlines describing Brazilian born, innovative and fearless Dancer, Danielo Mendes.

Danielo embraced the gift of dance from an early age, teaching himself a variety of disciplines, while developing his own vivacious style. At the age of 14, Danielo left Sao Paulo and journeyed to France to pursue a career in dance. He created a ‘One Man Dance Show’, an improv series of sketching, dancing, miming, musical references, and comedy. Danielo’s popularity and reputation grew and he was contracted to perform in the elite “Partouche Casino Group” of Europe.

After a successful run of his “One Man Show”, Danielo created his own company in Monaco called “Danielo Addicted” in 2004, at the age of 18. He formed partnerships with French celebrities and National TV. After years of continued success, “Danielo Addicted” kept diversifying and expanded to a clothing line ( Shut Up And Dance ) which is currently being distributed in France.

It was Danielo’s dream to bring “Danielo Addicted” to America. After taking a leap of faith, he came to the U.S and magnified his artistic career in Los Angeles.

Currently, he is working with the world renowned company, ” BDE : Bellydance Evolution,” led by the talented Jillina Carlano, a world famous bellydancer, has created an innovative new show : The Dark Side of the Crown, which mixes drama, mystery, humor and of course, dancing! The show has been highly acclaimed and sold out in many countries!
Other credits include celebrity collaborations with artists and brands such as: Mick Jagger, Lenny Kravitz, Nicole Scherzinger, Chris Brown, Calvin Klein, Diesel, Jesse Stone, Damian Marley, Nelly , MTV and many others.

Danielo’s on stage performances as well as his teaching skills cover a broad range of styles, from Breakdancing, Hip-Hop, Jazz-Funk, and theatrical comedy, Danielo’s eclectic repertoire makes him the unique performer that he is..

Look for Danielo fusing freestyle hip hop and humor, in upcoming shows and workshops around the World. Become a part of the passion and inspiration Danielo brings to the art of life and dance!