Olena Apchel
Olena Apchel is a Ukrainian theater director and cultural activist known for her transformative journey from a Russian-speaking youth in Donetsk to an advocate for Ukrainian culture and identity. With a background in theater directing, she has held significant roles, including co-director of a theater festival in Germany and head of the Lesya Ukrainka Academic Drama Theater in Lviv. Apchel is also notable for her decision to return to Ukraine and join the military amidst the ongoing conflict, transitioning from her artistic career to serve in the Ukrainian National Guard's intelligence unit. Her story is a testament to personal and national transformation, as she embraces her roots and actively contributes to her country's defense.
Born on Mar 01, 1997 (28 years old)
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Olena Apchel commented on the arrival of the Polish director to Ukraine.
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Olena Apchel is a theatrical director who has transformed her identity from a Russified youth to a Ukrainian who has rediscovered her native language.
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