Yaren-Medine Kesen is a British-Turkish actor and Guildhall School of Music & Drama graduate. Her stage work at Guildhall included Orlando, The Winter’s Tale, The Graduate, Everybody, and Normal People, reflecting a versatility that spans classical and contemporary theatre.

Fluent in both English and Turkish, Yaren brings a cross-cultural depth to her performances, supported by skills in stage combat, motion capture, and physical theatre. With a strong background in athletics and swimming, she combines physical precision with emotional truth, creating characters that are both dynamic and deeply human.

She is particularly drawn to stories that explore identity, connection, and complex relationships, and is now continuing to build her career across stage and screen.