Fernando Nogueira is currently working on the creation of the show *"Look Inside Your Pocket"*, co-produced by Arte em Rede, with a tour scheduled for 2025 in 8 partner municipalities. A 27-year-old Brazilian circus artist, creator, actor, screenwriter, and cultural producer, Fernando currently resides in Portugal and is a multifaceted figure in the artistic universe.

His journey began in Brazil, where he specialized in various circus modalities, culminating in his dedication to the Chinese Pole during his training at INAC – the National Institute of Circus Arts – from 2021 to 2023. On the international scene, Fernando gained recognition by creating the show *"Rastros"*, in collaboration with the António Lamoso Cineteatro and the Paredes de Coura Cultural Center. This unique piece, which represented Portugal in the international circus program *"La Nuit de Cirque"*, was also performed at the Imaginarius Festival and *"Mundo ao Contrário"*.

As part of the Leirena Teatro ensemble in Portugal, Fernando is an artistic performer and co-creator of the project *"Estações Efêmeras"*, supported by DGArtes. In 2022, he and his Chinese Pole project *"ECOS"* were awarded a creation grant at the *"Novos Ventos"* festival, where they presented the show. In 2018, Fernando created his first original show, *"Através"*, which won the prestigious PROAC 07 Award and the PROAC/FUNARTE First Works Award, highlighting his unique ability to conceive, direct, and produce impactful plays.

From 2014 to 2018, Fernando graduated with distinction from the technical circus course at CAJUV, in São Paulo, standing out as a specialist in aerial acrobatics. Additionally, he dedicated himself to studying acting and screenwriting at ENTECO – National School of Theater and Communication, later specializing in physical theater under the mentorship of master Lois Louis.

Throughout his career, Fernando has participated in renowned circus festivals, including the Sesc International Circus Festival, the International Circus Festival (FIC), and the São Paulo Circus Festival. In 2022, his work as co-creator and performer in *"Obras Sobrepostas"* was recognized with the title of *"Winner of the Program in Network Initiative"* in Portugal. That same year, he performed in the show *"Rayo, Raio, Bean"*, directed by Jorge Albuerne. In 2023, he presented his solo Chinese Pole project *"Forma"*, mentored by Roberto Magro, Alessio Rouco, and Jorge Lix.