Tribune-Review: UC grad brings dinosaurs to life in 'Jurassic Park Live Tour'

Douglas Puskas, a graduate of the University of Cincinnati's College-Conservatory of Music, brings the creatures to life in arenas across the U.S. as the lead animatronics technician for the show.

The production features more than 24 film-accurate, life-sized dinosaurs — including fan-favorite Velociraptor Blue and a Tyrannosaurus rex more than 40 feet in length — that are custom-built with the latest technology, scientific precision and Hollywood studio quality, according to Feld Entertainment officials, producers of the show.

Puskas is part of a team of six technicians and seven dinoteers (puppeteers that work with the giant dinosaurs) that bring the creatures to life. 

“If you are a fan of the films, you will be a fan of this show,” he told the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review. “It’s the same style as the two ‘Jurassic World’ movies, and it translates to kids and adults. There are some very scary moments when the T-Rex comes out, but the show is appealing to everyone.”

Puskas received his BFA in theater design and production — scenic design in 2015. Before joining "Jurassic Park Live Tour," he worked as a props assistant for Tina Fey’s “Mean Girls” musical on Broadway.

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