Sofía Garza

Sofía Garza

37 · Born: Sep 18, 1987

2015

Personal Details

BornSep 18, 1987 Monterrey, Nuevo Leon, Mexico

Biography

Sofía Garza, a talented individual, hails from the vibrant city of Monterrey, nestled in the northeastern Mexican state of Nuevo León. Her early years were marked by a profound passion for the performing arts, as she began to take the stage in school musical theater productions at the tender age of 15. This precocious start showcased her remarkable abilities as both a singer and composer, as she went on to participate in numerous music festivals, further honing her craft.

As she navigated her high school years, Sofia seized the opportunity to broaden her cultural horizons through a prestigious exchange program, which took her to the culturally rich nations of France and Portugal. During her time abroad, she enthusiastically shared her love for Mexican folklore music, doing so through a captivating blend of singing and dancing.

Sofia's trajectory in the entertainment industry continued to unfold with remarkable momentum, as she embarked on an extraordinary adventure by participating in the inaugural season of the highly acclaimed reality television show Latin American Idol in the vibrant city of Buenos Aires, Argentina, back in 2006.

During this pivotal period, Sofia concurrently pursued a Bachelor's degree in Communication and Advertising at the esteemed Tec de Monterrey (ITESM),a renowned institution in Mexico, while simultaneously dedicating her time and energy to the renowned local production company Teló 77, where she played a key role in several professional musical theater productions that showcased her exceptional talent and versatility.

Sofía's professional journey was marked by a series of notable performances during this specific time frame, with standout roles that garnered significant attention in the local theater community. Notably, she took on the iconic character of Mimi in a production of the hit musical "Rent", as well as the captivating role of Ariel in the energetic and lively "Footloose". These major productions solidified her presence in the local theater scene, showcasing her impressive range and talent to audiences.

Following the completion of her degree, Sofía made her television debut in 2010, making a memorable impression in a total of six episodes of the popular show "Morir en Martes".

Sofia's professional journey took a significant turn in 2011 when she secured the coveted lead antagonist role in the hilarious comedy play "Cursi", a production that showcased the remarkable talents of local playwright and director Luis Guerrero. The following year, Sofia showcased her versatility by lending her remarkable vocal and lyrical abilities to a song expertly composed by the gifted José Antonio 'Potro' Farías, which was subsequently featured on the soundtrack of the highly acclaimed Mexican film Me Late Chocolate, a cinematic masterpiece that was ultimately released in 2013.

Sofía's emergence as a prominent figure in the national musical theater scene was marked by a pivotal moment in 2012, when she was handpicked to share the lead role in the inaugural production of the critically acclaimed musical play "Si nos dejan", a masterpiece penned and directed by the illustrious Mexican playwright José Manuel López Velarde, and brought to life by the esteemed OCESA. This groundbreaking production ran for a remarkable two years, during which Sofía took to the stage an astonishing number of times, exceeding 600 performances, and also embarked on a successful tour of Colombia in both 2013 and 2014.

Sofia's professional endeavors extended beyond the realm of theater, as she made a notable appearance in the television series "Arrepentidos", a production of Fox Latin America and a distribution of Nat Geo, set in Bogota, Colombia, in the year 2013.

Additionally, Sofia further solidified her acting career by formalizing her studies at the prestigious Mexican performance school, CasAzul Argos, in the year 2014.

Sofía's television career trajectory took a significant turn in 2012, as she embarked on a thrilling adventure by participating in the reality television series Soy tu doble, a groundbreaking production that showcased her multifaceted talents as both a performer and a participant. This captivating program, expertly crafted and broadcast by TV Azteca in Mexico and Azteca America in the United States, served as a launching pad for Sofía's future endeavors in the world of television.

Fast forward to 2015, Sofía's impressive resume continued to grow as she landed a pivotal role in the highly acclaimed television series Sense8, a visionary project conceived and directed by the renowned filmmaking duo Lilly Wachowski and Lana Wachowski, with James McTeigue serving as co-director. This ambitious production, masterfully produced by Georgeville Television and distributed globally by the esteemed streaming platform Netflix, cemented Sofía's status as a talented and versatile performer, poised to take on new challenges and opportunities in the world of television.

Sofia's professional career took a significant turn in the year 2016, as she landed the prestigious role of headlining the music show "Myst" in Mexico City, a production masterfully directed by the renowned and Academy Award-nominated filmmaker Felipe Fernández del Paso.

Furthermore, Sofia's impressive acting skills were showcased in the television show "Paquita la del Barrio" in early 2017, a project co-produced by Sony Pictures Television Latinamerica, a testament to her versatility and talent in the entertainment industry.

Career

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