Jelena Minshall
About Jelena
Jelena is an actor, artist, and early childhood educator who has been a part of the YYC theatre
community since 2017. With a strong background in both theatre creation and education, she
brings a unique blend of creativity and expertise to her teaching. Jelena joined CYPT in the
Winter of 2024 and has found immense joy in reconnecting with her theatre roots while working
full-time as an educator. She has a passion for working with young children and can often be
found in the Act 1 and 2 classrooms, guiding students through the foundations of theatre
creation, acting, and self-expression.