Raised in Puerto Rico, she derived inspiration for her tap style from salsa music.
In Puerto Rico, Casel listened to the music of Hector Lavoe, the El Gran Combo, and Celia Cruz.
[1] While in high school, Casel became "obsessed" with the films of Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers.
As a young artist, Casel attended Mind-Builders Creative Arts Center and was a member of the Positive Youth Troupe (PYT).
[1] In 2017 at Spoleto Festival USA, Casel performed the world premiere of her solo show While I Have The Floor.
[6] In 2021, Casel created Chasing Magic directed by her long-time collaborator Torya Beard.
[10] Also in 2022, Casel was the tap choreographer for the revival of Funny Girl on Broadway, which earned her a Drama Desk Award nomination.