Alonso Pineda: Mexico City-born director brings circus and dance to Melbourne theatre

Alonso Pineda, who hails from Mexico City, is a talented director, producer, and arts manager now based in Naarm (Melbourne), Australia. His creative projects span across theatre, circus, live events, and film. A Victorian College of the Arts alumnus and the previous General Manager of Circus Oz, Pineda focuses on inclusivity, emotional depth, and storytelling. He notes that audiences in Melbourne tend to be smaller and that performance runs are shorter compared to those in Mexico City. His artistic style blends contemporary dance with circus techniques, emphasizing physicality over words, especially since he directs in his second language. Since 2019, he has been involved with ArtsHub, treating every project as a unique collaborative journey.