I know people who, if they knew who I actually was, would hate me, would try to ruin my life, just for me existing. These are people who have talked about… some pretty violent stuff. That’s why even now I don’t intentionally wear the trans flag in public. It’s too much of a risk. I am lucky enough to have people who accept me, a good home, and the ability to change my name at school. Some of my friends weren’t as lucky. They had to go back to being deadnamed at school just to exist safely at home or not be thrown out onto the street...But even with all of that, this path of being my true self is so much better than the years I spent just trying to blend in. I’ve been happier for quite a while.  I’ve learned that the acting job might feel safe, but it keeps you damaged and broken. Being whole is worth it.  I’ve actually been able to fully love myself. It’s sad that it’s taken me over 10 years to be able to get to this place.

If anyone else is questioning, scared, not sure they can do it: give it a try. Life’s better on the other side. I won’t pretend it’s easy—but I will say: keep going. You can get to a good place.

-Theia Adelaide

Born into a family of both visual artists and educators, she followed in the footsteps of those before her. Dani attended the Arts Education program at the University of Regina. It was in the Arts Education program that she realized she had chosen the right career path as she began using the arts as a tool to explore social justice issues and discuss difficult topics. 

In her classroom students use art to explore topics like social justice issues on a global level to a much more personal documentation of self expression and self worth.

It has always been a priority for Bauche to balance a full-time career with her beautiful family, three sons and partner Mark, and her personal art practices.