Sorany Gutierrez

Sorany Gutierrez is a Colombian-born actress, producer, and director, residing in Dallas, TX. For over 18 years, she has collaborated with different theater companies in Colombia, Spain, Mexico, Panama, Germany, and the United States. She holds a BFA in Performing Arts from the University of Valle and has trained with companies such as Odin Teatret, the Company of Jerzy Grotowski, Centro Moveo and Laboratorio de la Mascara. Sorany considers collaborative work fundamental, recognizing the importance of merging different languages, different artistic techniques, and multiple cultural expressions. Her mission is to create art that contributes to a better human connection.

Sorany is the former Artistic Director of Teatro Dallas, where she directed educational and community programs, as well as professional theater productions like Fur, Villa, Little Mexico, Tlali, and Cement City. Her previous training and continuous exploration have led her to develop performances focused on contemporary theatrical forms and promoting the cultural empowerment of the Latinx community in the US. She currently works with cultural and artistic projects for Dteatro Productions, Artstillery, Caramia Theatre, the City of Dallas Office of Arts and Culture (Arts Activate & CAP programs). Her recent work includes "Escobar’s Hippo" at University of North Texas. "Skin", an experimental short film, and "Sin Piel", a mobile installation celebrating diversity and unity.