Tyaela Nieves
- Director
- Actress
- Writer
Tyaela Nieves, a filmmaker based in Brooklyn, New York, graduated from NYU's Experimental Theater Wing in 2019. Her debut short film, "Limón Agrio" (2021), which she produced, wrote, and directed, received accolades from the Best Shorts Competition and the Latino Film Market. Tyaela is a recent alumna of the "Made in New York" Post Production Training Program. Her latest project, "Lola Mama Nanay," a poignant tale exploring themes of grief, love, and culture, is set to premiere in 2024. Influenced profoundly by her Afro-Latinx heritage and queer identity, Tyaela is committed to amplifying the vibrant narratives of marginalized communities on both stage and screen.