Ricardo Tovar Mateus is an interdisciplinary Colombian artist who focuses on collaboration across disciplines such as acoustic instrumentation, video, dance, and theater. Drawing from a diverse background and experiences, he explores themes such as identity, Colombian traditions, politics, and grief. Having studied at the University of Performing Arts Vienna and Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in New York, his expertise as a composer and performer spans from classical to experimental improvisation and pop music. His collaborative projects, which have premiered at prestigious venues worldwide, push creative boundaries between media and engage in meaningful conversations with global audiences.