Albert Mestres (1960) is a writer, translator, and stage director. He has published numerous books of poetry and has written and premiered several operas, showcasing a multidisciplinary creative practice that bridges literature and the performing arts. His essays have appeared in magazines such as El Contemporáneo, Asuntos y Ideas, as well as in newspapers including Avui. He has also taken part in a wide range of conferences and seminars, contributing actively to contemporary cultural discourse.