Una Minello is an accomplished creative with a degree in Arts Management from the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA). Her journey in the arts began with a strong foundation in classical dance and music, providing her a passionate appreciation of artistic expression.
During her studies, Una worked and gained valuable experience across a diverse range of arts organisations both private and non-for profit. She completed her final secondment at STRUT dance where she developed skills in event management, philanthropy and customer relationship management. She has also worked freelance in marketing and social media management, where furthered her skillset in digital marketing and content creation. Since completing her studies Una has continued her work in arts management, focusing her work in arts education and the delivery of arts programs for the early years.
Una is committed to making the arts accessible to people of all ages and backgrounds. With four years of hands-on experience working with children in various artistic programs, she has become an advocate for arts education as an integral part of a child’s development. She firmly believes that nurturing creativity and artistic expression from a young age not only enriches lives but also moulds well-rounded individuals.
Spare Parts Puppet Theatre respectfully acknowledges the Whadjuk Noongar people as the traditional owners and custodians of the unceded land on which we work. As we tour our work across these vast lands, we pay our respect to all First Nations elders, past and present. We celebrate their continuing connection and contribution to culture, country and community, and thank all First Nations peoples for their wisdom in caring for the land, the sky, the rivers and the sea.