Those Who Remained – May 8-18
“Your show made me really see how we are more similar than different and how interconnected the world is. We all want to believe in something. Thank you for your work.” – Trinacria Arts Festival, Sicily, Italy, Resident Artist 2024
ABOUT
In this transformative multimedia solo show, Sophia Gutchinov explores the profound depths of love through a deeply personal lens of Indigenous ceremony and modern dating. Drawing from her unique Italian-Mongolian heritage, she weaves a narrative that bridges cultural divides, reflecting her background of a Buddhist father and Catholic mother. The performance incorporates projections, comedy, and spoken word, creating an immersive experience that confronts personal roots and identity. Collaborating with artists from diverse backgrounds – including AAPI, Latin, Black, LGBTQ+, and Kalmyk tribal performers – Gutchinov examines her family’s complex history, including her grandparents’ escape from WWII, her parent’s nomadic journey to…New Jersey, and her recent journey to her father’s homeland, all viewed through an intersection of acting and neuroscience.
CREDITS
Performer, playwright, producer: Sophia Gutchinov
Drummer: Sanal Leejean
Director & scenic designer: Rani O’Brien
Lighting designer: Eric Norbury
Recording violinist: Montana Debor
Dramaturg: Catherine Filloux
Production manager & co-producer: Maddie Heeney
Stage Manager: Milan Eldridge
Press representative: Paul Siebold
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