Damen Axtens

Born and raised in New Zealand, Damen Axtens began his ballet training at a young age, demonstrating early promise as a dancer. His dedication led him to Australia, where he refined his technique at the prestigious Australian Ballet School before pursuing further training at the Royal Ballet School in London, graduating with distinction.

Damen launched his professional career with Birmingham Royal Ballet, performing a diverse repertoire that shaped his versatility as an artist. He later returned to his roots, joining the Royal New Zealand Ballet, where his talent and stage presence saw him rise to the rank of soloist. Seeking new artistic challenges, he went on to join the Paris Opera Ballet, one of the world’s most celebrated dance companies.

He joined BDJ in February 2025.

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