Danny graduated from NYU Tisch School of the Arts with a B.F.A. in Drama and a minor in politics, receiving the Special Recognition Award from Stonestreet Studios.
As an actor, writer, director, and producer, he recently founded Upstate Product, a film production company that is passionate about exploring the darker aspects of humanity with heart, humor, and hope. His short film, Dipsomaniac, received Official Selections from Chelsea Film Festival, LA Shorts International Film Festival (Oscar-Qualifying, BAFTA Qualifying), Picture’s Up! Film Festival, and more. His recent directorial debut, short film Really Well, is currently beginning its film festival run with a world premiere at LA Shorts International Film Festival this July.
Originally from Queensbury, New York, he is now based in Los Angeles.
Paul Smith Photography