Allan Trautman

Born:1. januar 1955

Place of Birth:Brooklyn, New York, USA

Known For:Acting

Biography

Allan Trautman, a talented actor and puppeteer, hails from the bustling city of Brooklyn, New York. His passion for both the arts and sciences led him to pursue a unique academic path, earning a B.A. in Physics and Drama from Washington University in St. Louis. During his college years, Trautman delved into the world of puppetry, landing his first job as a puppeteer on the beloved children's show "The Letter People."

After honing his craft, Trautman furthered his education by obtaining an MFA in Acting from the prestigious California Institute of the Arts in Valencia. His dedication to the performing arts shone through as he spent two summers captivating audiences with his performances at the esteemed Colorado Shakespeare Festival.

Upon graduating, Trautman made the vibrant city of Los Angeles his home and embarked on a fruitful career in the entertainment industry. He had the privilege of collaborating with renowned puppetry duo Sid and Marty Krofft, showcasing his talent and versatility. In 1990, Trautman's career reached new heights when he joined forces with the iconic Muppets on the groundbreaking attraction "MuppetVision 3D," a beloved staple in Disney theme parks worldwide.

A pivotal moment in Trautman's career came in 1991 when he became involved in the innovative series "Dinosaurs" produced by the legendary Jim Henson Company. His contributions to the show not only highlighted his exceptional puppeteering skills but also solidified his reputation as a versatile performer in the realm of puppetry and acting. Through his work on "Dinosaurs," Trautman captivated audiences with his ability to bring characters to life in a way that resonated with viewers of all ages.

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The Jungle Book

Animal Voices (voice)

2016

A man-cub named Mowgli fostered by wolves. After a threat from the tiger Shere Khan, Mowgli is forced to flee the jungle, by which he embarks on a journey of self discovery with the help of the panther, Bagheera and the free-spirited bear, Baloo.

The Return of the Living Dead

Tarman

1985

When foreman Frank shows new employee Freddy a secret military experiment in a supply warehouse in Louisville, Kentucky, the two klutzes accidentally release a gas that reanimates corpses into flesh-eating zombies. As the epidemic spreads throughout the town, and the creatures satisfy their hunger in gory and outlandish ways, Frank and Freddy fight to survive with the help of their boss and a mysterious mortician.

The Happytime Murders

Octopus / Puppet Doctor

2018

In a world where human beings and puppets live together, when the members of the cast of a children's television show aired during the 1990s begin to get murdered one by one, puppet Phil Philips, a former LAPD detective who fell in disgrace and turned into a private eye, takes on the case at the request of his old boss in order to assist detective Edwards, who was his partner in the past.

Return of the Living Dead Part II

Tarman

1988

A group of kids discover one of the drums containing a rotting corpse and release the 2-4-5 Trioxin gas into the air, causing the dead to once again rise from the grave and seek out brains.

Intolerable Cruelty

Convention Lawyer

2003

A revenge-seeking gold digger marries a womanizing Beverly Hills lawyer with the intention of making a killing in the divorce.

It's a Very Merry Muppet Christmas Movie

Eugene the Tuba Player (voice)

2002

The owner of a bank (Miss Bitterman) wants to own the Muppet Theatre so she can build a nightclub over it. After she tricks Pepe into giving her the only copy of the contract between her father and the Muppets, she changes it so the Muppets have very little time to pay a debt they owe. Meanwhile, the Muppets are trying to put on a Christmas show. After the Muppets are confronted by Bitterman, they make a lot of sacrifices to save up so they can keep the Theatre.

The Muppets' Wizard of Oz

Crow / Old Tom (voice)

2005

A young woman named Dorothy Gale dreams of becoming a singer but is unable to pursue her dreams. After being swept up by a tornado with her pet prawn Toto, Dorothy embarks on a journey to meet the Wizard of Oz, the person who both Dorothy and the citizens of Oz believe can help make her dream come true.

Monkeybone

BBQ Pig (voice)

2001

After a car crash sends repressed cartoonist Stu into a coma, he and the mischievous Monkeybone, his hilarious alter-ego, wake up in a wacked-out waystation for lost souls. When Monkeybone takes over Stu's body and escapes to wreak havoc on the real world, Stu has to find a way to stop him before his sister pulls the plug on reality forever!

Muppets from Space

Additional Muppet Performer

1999

When Gonzo's breakfast cereal tells him that he's the descendant of aliens from another planet, his attempts at extraterrestrial communication get him kidnapped by a secret government agency, prompting the Muppets to spring into action. It's hard to believe Gonzo's story at first, but Kermit and friends soon find themselves on an epic journey into outer space filled with plenty of intergalactic misadventures.