ROBERT TANNION
Brisbane
Summary
Experienced director and producer with robust background in leading and managing large-scale touring operations with world class companies such as Cirque du Soleil. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized as an collaborative leader who empowers inspired teams to consistently deliver outstanding results in line with operational, financial and stakeholder expectations.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Director, Show Quality
Cirque Du Soliel
10.2024 - 03.2025
- Enhanced overall quality of touring operations through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations with the teams.
- Managed budgets effectively to optimize show quality while maintaining financial stability.
- Facilitated cross-functional collaboration for improved decision-making processes between IHQ in Montreal and touring operations.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
Artistic Director
Cirque Du Soleil (KOOZA + CRYSTAL)
07.2019 - 10.2024
- Consistently delivering outstanding quality shows to global audiences, upholding brand expectations.
- Effectively leading and inspiring 70+ empowered artists/artistic teams, beyond cultural or linguistic differences.
- Clear understanding of both Big Top and Arena touring complexities, within self-present and promoter markets.
Producer
Cluster Arts
07.2020 - 11.2021
- End to end producing for 4 small to mid scale Australian circus companies on the roster of Cluster Arts - from tour booking, grant writing, PR, scheduling, logistics to acquittals
- Coordinated logistics, schedules, and talent management for smooth production flow and optimal results.
- Managed budgets and allocated resources effectively, ensuring projects were completed on time and within budget constraints.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors, securing favourable terms that contributed to the overall success of each project.
Artistic Director & co-CEO
Circus Oz
04.2016 - 06.2019
- Leading one of Australia's Major Performing Arts Companies, reporting to an external board as well as key Federal and State Government stakeholders
- Successfully delivered new artistic vision/strategic direction for the company, including significant organizational restructuring to diversifying product offer, increasing national and international touring
- Company assets included $12 million purpose built space, Big Top, Spiegeltent
Resident Director/ Asst. Director
Productores de Sonrisas
04.2016 - 06.2019
- Resident director for the horror themed Big Top show 'Circo de los Horrores' touring Spain, Italy and Mexico
- Successfully transferred show from Big Top to into Forum Theatre in Mexico for a 5 month run.
- Assistant Director to Suso Silva on the creation of 'Cabaret Maldito' - A Big Top show which toured Spain and Europe to great acclaim.
Conceptor & Director
Teatro Circo Price
08.2008 - 12.2015
- Conceived & Directed the European circus project CRECE in 2008, 2009, 2010 editions the prestigious Teatro Circo Price.
- Conceived & directed two large scale commercial Christmas circus shows in the prestigious TCP in 2012 & 2015, exceeding box Office revenue expectations
Education
Bachelor of Arts - DANCE
Queensland University of Technology
Brisbane, QLDMBA -
Australian Institute of Business
Adelaide, SA03-2026
Skills
- Authentic Leadership
- Effective Communicator
- Creative Problem Solver
- Strategic planning
- Operations management
- Team management
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Director, Show Quality
Cirque Du Soliel
10.2024 - 03.2025
Producer
Cluster Arts
07.2020 - 11.2021
Artistic Director
Cirque Du Soleil (KOOZA + CRYSTAL)
07.2019 - 10.2024
Artistic Director & co-CEO
Circus Oz
04.2016 - 06.2019
Resident Director/ Asst. Director
Productores de Sonrisas
04.2016 - 06.2019
Conceptor & Director
Teatro Circo Price
08.2008 - 12.2015
Bachelor of Arts - DANCE
Queensland University of Technology
MBA -
Australian Institute of Business
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