Peter Bonilla developed his craft in New York City while performing in many Off-Broadway productions and attending acting school. He attended HB Studios and later Center Stage: New York where he studied under master instructors, Therese Hayden and Jacqueline Brookes. He also received a Minor in Theatre from Hunter College in New York.

His scope as an actor ranges from "Jamie Tyrone" in Long Days Journey Into Night to "Rocky" in Rocky Horror to 'Freddie' in Picasso at the Lapin Agile.

Peter resides in Los Angeles and works in Film and Television, where he also writes and coaches.