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Dana Benedict
- Simi Valley, CA
- Singer/Songwriter
- Travels up to 120 miles
- $200 and up
Overview
Hello! I am a multidisciplinary performer who specializes in singing all styles, songwriting, tap dancing, and clowning.
My songwriting music primarily blends contemporary folk and indie rock with elements of classical and alternative influences. My style is characterized by a rich, emotive vocal delivery and intricate piano work, often layered with lush, atmospheric arrangements. I can either perform solo or with a band depending on budget.
I can be hired as musical entertainment singing popular covers, my original songs, or as a dancer- especially tap dancer, or even a clown or immersive actor for your event.
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Booking Info
Price Range: $200 and up
Gig Length: 10 - 240 minutes
Languages: English
What to Expect
An audience at a Dana Benedict show can expect an exhilarating blend of captivating singing and dynamic tap dancing. Her performances are marked by:
Powerful Vocals: Dana’s voice resonates with emotion and skill, delivering everything from soulful ballads to upbeat show tunes.
Energetic Tap Dance: With intricate footwork and vibrant choreography, she brings rhythm to life, engaging the audience with her lively dance routines.
Engaging Storytelling: Each performance tells a story, drawing viewers in with relatable themes and personal touches.
Charismatic Stage Presence: Dana’s infectious energy and charm make every show a memorable experience, connecting with the audience on a personal level.
Diverse Repertoire: From classic Broadway numbers to contemporary hits, her diverse song selection caters to all musical tastes.
Interactive Elements: Dana often invites audience participation, creating an inclusive and lively atmosphere.
Overall, a Dana Benedict show promises a joyful celebration of music and dance, leaving audiences inspired and entertained.
About
Dana Benedict is a multi-disciplinary performer and musician based in Los Angeles, California. Born in Las Vegas, Nevada; she began studying musical theatre, before going on to star in a national tour of a Broadway musical at a young age. Branching out from these theatre roots, Dana has studied non-traditional performance techniques all around the world; a pursuit which developed her signature blend of folk, Gothic, and vaudeville influences. Today, Dana continues to combine music, dance, and acting in a variety of unexpected ways.
Dana Benedict is an American singer-songwriter known for her unique blend of contemporary folk, indie rock, and classical influences. She is recognized for her emotive vocal style and intricate songwriting, which often explores themes of personal reflection and human connection. Her music is characterized by a rich, layered sound that combines acoustic elements with modern production techniques, creating a distinctive and engaging listening experience.
Dana Benedict's music weaves a rich tapestry of contemporary folk, indie rock, and classical influences, creating a sound that’s both evocative and distinctive. Her performances often showcase her strong, emotive vocals, which are complemented by intricate piano work and lush, layered arrangements. With lyrics that are introspective and poignant, Dana's songs explore themes of love, personal growth, and the human condition, resonating deeply with her audience. Her ability to blend storytelling with musical craftsmanship creates an immersive experience, drawing listeners into a world where each note and word feels both intimate and expansive. Whether performing solo or with a full band, Dana Benedict delivers performances that are both heartfelt and compelling, leaving a lasting impression.
In addition to her original material, Dana also excels at covering popular music. She brings a unique twist to well-known songs, infusing them with her own signature style while maintaining their original essence. Whether she's reinterpreting a classic hit or adding a fresh perspective to a contemporary chart-topper, her covers showcase her versatility and creative flair, offering audiences a new way to experience familiar favorites. Dana Benedict’s performances, whether featuring her own compositions or beloved covers, are always heartfelt and compelling, leaving a lasting impression.
Dana Benedict is a multifaceted performer known for her captivating blend of singing and tap dancing. With a passion for the stage that ignited in childhood, Dana has dedicated her life to the performing arts. Her powerful vocals and intricate footwork create a mesmerizing experience for audiences, drawing inspiration from classic Broadway and contemporary styles.
Having trained under renowned vocal coaches and tap legends, Dana showcases a unique artistry that pays homage to the greats while infusing her own flair. She has performed in various theatrical productions, concert series, and dance festivals, earning accolades for her dynamic performances and infectious energy.
Beyond the stage, Dana is an advocate for arts education, inspiring the next generation of performers through workshops and mentorship programs. With each performance, she invites her audience into a world of rhythm and melody, leaving a lasting impression that celebrates the joy of artistic expression.
Additional Booking Notes
Power access
Set List
A Million Dreams
A Million Reasons
Adapt & Grow (original)
At Last
Baby Now That I've Found You
Back to Black
Bad Romance
Barely Breathing
Because the Night
Bittersweet Symphony
Black Hole Sun
Blinding Lights
Blue
Blue Skies
Borderline
Break on through the other side
Call Me Little Sunshine
Can’t Help Falling in Love
Cant' Take My Eyes Off You
Carry On
Chain of Fools
Close To You
Colorblind
Come as you are
Come Little Children
Come Sail Away
Cornflake Girl
Cosmic Love
Crazy
Crazy
Creep
Criminal
Crush
Dance Macabre
Darkness At The Heart of My Love
Desperado
Die With A Smile
Die With A Smile
Dig
Dog Days
Don't Rain On My Parade
Don't Speak
Dream A Little Dream Of Me
Dreams
Drive
Dust In The Wind
Elastic Heart
Electric Feel
Enjoy The Silence
Eternal Flame
Everybody Hurts
Ex girlfriend
Falling
Fever
Fight Song
Fly Me To The Moon
Foolish Games
Fools In Love
Frankenstein (original)
From The Start
Get Happy
Girl On Fire
Glory of love
God only knows
Goody Goody
Happy Mistake
Happy together
Have Yourself A Merry LIttle Christmas
He Is
Heads Will Roll
Heart of Glass
Heartbreaker
Help I’m alive
Here With Me
High Hopes
Hopelessly Devoted
Hound Dog
House Of The Rising Sun
I Don't Care
I feel the earth move
I Put A Spell On You
I Wanna Hold Your Hand
I Want You To Want Me
I will always love you
I will follow you into the dark
I'll Be Home For Christmas
I'm Yours
I’ve got you under my skin
If I ain't Got You
If you Asked Me To
In my life
In The Air Tonight
In your eyes
Is This Love
It’s gonna be me
It’s too darn hot
Its Too Late
Jeepers Creepers
Jingle Bell Rock
Johnny one note
Killing Me Softly
Kiss by a rose
L-O-V-E
Let go
Let’s do it let’s fall in love
Life Eternal
Lincoln park
Little Lies
Lost Boy
Love is a battlefield
Love Song
Lovefool
Mad world
Man I feel like a woman
Maps
Mary On A Cross
Maybe This Time
Missionary Man
My Body Is A Cage
My Girl
My Immortal
No one is alone
Numb
O' Sailor (original)
Only happy when it rains
Ordinary World
Paint It Black
People Are Strange
Poor poor pitiful me
Radioactive
Rhiannon
Ring Of Fire
Rise Up
Running Up That Hill
Say It Right
Send in the clowns
Seven nation army
Sex and Candy
Smells like teen spirit
Smile
Someone Like You
Someone to watch over me
Somewhere over the rainbow
Sound of silence
Spillways
Square Hammer
Stairway to heaven
Starlight
Stay
Stay
Straight Up
Sweet child of mine
Sweet dreams
Sweet Surrender
Tainted Love
Take Me To Church
Tangled (original)
The end of the world
The Hunt (original)
The Times They Are A-Changin
The Way You Love Me
The winner takes all
There's No Business Like Sow Bsiness
Time Is Running Out
Torn
Toxic
Turn The Stone (original)
Undecided
Uninvited
Unstoppable
Uprising
Wayward son
What A Wonderful World
What The World Needs Now
What you do (original)
When You Say Nothing At All
White Rabbit
Wishing Well (original)
Year zero
You don’t own me
You’re dead
You’re no good
You're Still The One
Young and Beautiful
Your Song
Zing! Went The Strings
Influences & Inspiration
Judy Garland, Tori Amos, Lady Gaga
Setup Requirements
Power