Alex Castaneda
About Alex: Alex Castaneda is a Topeka native with a flair for the performing arts. After a childhood of teaching himself how to dance through movies and TV, Alex sought after a degree in Musical Theatre from Wichita State University. There, he cultivated the skills to choreograph, direct, produce and star in shows of many kinds. Along with his degree, Alex has a rich background in performance across the US. Having started out in bars, clubs, and rec-centers, Alex has since expanded his experience to professional and regional theatre, theme parks, and film. He currently serves as a choreographer/dance instructor in Topeka, KS.
What's new with Alex!?1
Alex has recently signed with Lime Music Entertainment. Lime currently holds partnerships with every major cruise line, as well as land-based venues across multiple continents. If you're looking to perform somewhere in the world, there's a good chance we can get you there.
This Fall, Alex tackles his third musical at Topeka Civic Theatre in "Jersey Boys." In addition to choreographing the show, Alex plays the role of Hall Miller/Steve .
This summer, Alex returns to the main stage at Topeka Civic Theatre in the musical "Tootsie." In addition to choreographing the show, Alex plays the role of Stuart as well.
In June of 2024 , Alex played the role of Angel in "Rent" at Topeka Civic Theatre. Thus fulfilling a long-awaited theatre goal!
This past Christmas Season, Alex performed at California's Great America's "Winterfest." He was featured in the classic "Holly Jolly Trolley" and the newly revised "Cool Yule!"
Halloween 2023 Alex performed as a dancer in the mainstage musical review "Conjure the Night."
In the late summer of 2023 Alex will perform as a dancer in the Grand Carnivale at Worlds of Fun theme park!
Summer 2023, Alex choreographed West Side Story on the mainstage of Topeka Civic Theatre.
In addition to choreographing this musical classic, Alex also choreographed Disney's new Descendants The Musical on the TCT academy stage. Alex is proud to have his work featured on both stages at once, during Topeka Civic Theatre's 2023 summer season.
Wait What? is an abridged version of Little Shop of Horrors, arranged, directed, choreographed by, and starring Alex Castaneda. This was done as a senior project at the end of Alex's college career at Wichita State University. The project required students to fully study a character from musical theatre, use songs and scenes from the show and incorporate at least two additional songs from contrasting time periods.
Alex thanks everyone who was involved with the showcase.
ENJOY THE SHOW!