Master of Fine Arts Thesis Defense by: Allison Morones
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Advisor: Paula Becker
Subject: Master of Fine Arts Thesis Defense by: Allison Morones
Topic: Wild Cactus: an original puppet show about the American southwest
Date: May 1st, 2026
Time: 11:15am
Location: UMass Dartmouth Art and Design Studios, North Dartmouth, MA
Abstract:
Theatrical storytelling is an inherent part of human culture and the driving force behind my art practice; my new play is a hero’s epic journey through physical trials and emotional isolation; akin to Dante trudging through an indifferent Inferno. Mixing my understanding of fiber arts and theatrical storytelling, as a theatre costume designer and fabricator, I’ve worked to recreate natural textures with unnatural materials using old techniques that predate the technological advances of the 1900’s: a 23-yard-long moving panorama to change background locations, an original score, and a mix of handmade marionette and rod puppets. With these tools, the audience recaptures the full body experience of childhood wonder as they watch a puppet show about the trials of youth.
UMass Dartmouth Art and Design Studios, North Dartmouth, MA : 458 State Road, Dartmouth, MA 02747