Justin Ward — Puppeteer & Multidisciplinary Artist

Justin Christopher Murry Ward is an American puppeteer and multidisciplinary creator, as well as a poet, artist, actor, writer, and filmmaker. Born in Novi, Michigan, and raised in Detroit, Ward is best known as the creator of the educational children's literacy television series Draw It Out and the improvisational comedy series Off Scripts. He often incorporates puppetry, animation, live action, visual art, poetry, and film into his work, exploring themes of education, creativity, and storytelling. Through his multidisciplinary approach, Ward creates projects that entertain, educate, and inspire audiences of all ages while championing literacy, artistic expression, and community engagement.