About

I’m a working artist, writer, and educator. My work spans acting, directing, playwriting, and teaching, but at the heart of it all is a curiosity about how we tell stories, connect with one another, and discover new possibilities through performance.

Whether I’m in the classroom, onstage, or in a rehearsal room, I’m interested in helping artists explore their own voices, challenge their assumptions, and develop the tools to make bold, thoughtful creative choices.

Twenty years of teaching thousands of students and performing in hundreds of shows.

Training & certifications

Pure Glitter at Second Generation Theatre: two actors stand arm in arm raising glasses, one in yellow glasses and a white turtleneck, the other in a pink shirt and leopard-print boots
Dan Lendzian as Mina in Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors, in a ruffled gold gown, holding an open fan on a black-and-white painted stage floor

Voice, movement, and acting.

Voice

Miller Voice Method

Emotion & breath

Alba Technique →

The Cherry Orchard at the University of Texas at Austin: two actors lit against a black stage, gazing upward

Voice

Nadine George Voicework

Bio

Daniel Lendzian is an actor, director, playwright, and Assistant Professor of Theatre at SUNY Fredonia. His work spans classical and contemporary theatre, new play development, adaptation, and performance education.

An active theatre artist and lifelong student of his craft, Dan’s research explores the intersection of voice, movement, imagination, and storytelling. His practice draws on the Michael Chekhov Technique, Miller Voice Method, Alba Technique, and Nadine George Voice Work, integrating these approaches into his acting, directing, and teaching.

Whether working with professional artists or emerging performers, Dan approaches theatre as a collaborative process rooted in curiosity, experimentation, and discovery. His work in the classroom and rehearsal room reflects a commitment to helping artists develop their individual voices while continually expanding his own artistic practice.

MFA in Acting, University of Texas at Austin. BFA in Acting and BA in English, SUNY Fredonia.

Artistic Associate, Alleyway Theatre. Member, National Alliance of Acting Teachers.

Headshot: Eric Tronolone.

Workshops & trainings

Recognition

Awards & Nominations

William T. and Charlotte N. Hagan Young Scholar/Artist Award, SUNY Fredonia, 2026

Artie Award nomination, Outstanding Direction of a Musical, Shrek, O’Connell & Company, 2026

Artie Award nomination, Emanuel Fried Award for New Play, A Christmas Carol, Alleyway Theatre, 2026

Artie Award nomination, Outstanding Ensemble of a Musical, Shrek (director), 2026

Artie Award nominations, Outstanding Production of a Play and Outstanding Ensemble of a Play, The Cottage (Richard), Alleyway Theatre, 2026

Artie Award nomination, Outstanding Featured Performance, Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors (Mina/Van Helsing), Irish Classical Theatre Company, 2025

Artie Award nomination, Outstanding Ensemble of a Musical, Khan!!! The Musical! (director), 2025

BroadwayWorld Buffalo Award nomination, Best Direction of a Musical, Khan!!!, O’Connell & Company, 2025

BroadwayWorld Buffalo Award nomination, Best Direction of a Play, Black Bear Island, Alleyway Theatre, 2025

BroadwayWorld Buffalo Award nomination, Best Supporting Performer in a Play, The Cottage, Alleyway Theatre, 2025

BroadwayWorld Buffalo Award nomination, Best Performer in a Play, Twelfth Night, Shakespeare in Delaware Park, 2025

BroadwayWorld Buffalo Award, Best Supporting Performer in a Play, Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors, Irish Classical Theatre Company, 2024

Dominic Orlando Playwriting Award nomination, 2023

Artie Award nomination, Outstanding Production of a Play, Burst (director), Alleyway Theatre, 2023

BroadwayWorld Buffalo Award nomination, Best Performer in a Musical, La Cage aux Folles, O’Connell & Company, 2023

The Actor Center, membership nomination, 2022

Artie Award nomination, Outstanding Ensemble in a Play, Puffs, 2022

Artie Award nomination, Outstanding Ensemble in a Musical, Nunsense A-Men!, 2020

B. Iden Payne Award nomination, Best Ensemble, The Edge of Peace, 2013

New Hampshire Theatre Award nomination, Best Supporting Actor, Epic Proportions, 2012

New Hampshire Theatre Award nomination, Best Supporting Actor, Shipwrecked!, 2011

SUNY Fredonia President’s Award for Theatre, 2006

2026 Hagan Young Scholar/Artist Award recipients holding their award certificates at SUNY Fredonia

Press · Buffalo Spree · June 3, 2024

10 Questions for Daniel Lendzian

Donna Hoke talks with Dan about playing Leontes in The Winter’s Tale at Shakespeare in Delaware Park.

Read the interview →

Education & Experience

Contact

Casting, directing, teaching, public speaking, coaching, workshops, and other creative collaboration inquiries.