Daniel Bateman was born and raised in Kansas City, Missouri. His parents took note of his energy and positive spirit therefore taking little Daniel to see a musical at age 5. He loved it so much that he begged his parents to get him into dance classes at 6 years old. He then began to get the "acting bug" and then before he knew it was getting the lead roles in school and community productions. His hard work began to pay off when he has cast in the famous KC Starlight Theatre in "Annie." At 15, he starred as Joseph in "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat" and shortly after, booked a lead singing and dancing spot in "I Love Rock N Roll" for Worlds of Fun Theme Park performing nearly 30 shows a week! Since then Daniel has studied film intensely at The American Musical and Dramatic Academy as well as with some of Hollywood's top coaches and casting directors. He gives 100% in all that he does working towards bringing his many dreams into an accomplished reality. He thanks his dedicated family, recognizing they are his support team. They are heroes. Show less «