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Puppeteer

Sarah Nolen is a professional puppeteer and filmmaker who creates for both stage and screen. Originally from Austin, Texas, Sarah earned her BFA in Cinema-Television from SMU in Dallas in 2009. After working as a production coordinator for reality television (Gator 911, Donna Decorates Dallas), Sarah pursued her passion for puppetry, earning an MFA in Puppetry Arts from the University of Connecticut in 2015.

Sarah has developed a touring repertoire of family shows and is known for her versatile, witty, and innovative work across multiple puppetry styles. Through her company, Puppet Motion, Sarah provides consulting, puppetry direction, and custom builds. Her work includes performing “Sammy” for Netflix’s Don’t Look Up (2021) and directing the short video series Feel Your Best Self in collaboration with the University of Connecticut (2022).

In 2024, Sarah directed Feral, an original theatrical production by Sandglass Theater. She is currently premiering her newest puppet show, Party Animals, in June 2025—a fusion of hand puppetry and rock ’n’ roll.

 

[email protected]
+1512 789 9892
www.sarahnolen.com

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