New Owner tells the story of Bart, a young shelter dog adopted by Mabel, an elderly woman grieving the loss of her partner. Their bond is immediate and deep, but as time passes, Bart is left to navigate the world alone after Mabel’s death. From bustling streets to shadowy alleyways, Bart’s journey becomes one of survival, memory, and resilience.

Told entirely without words, the production uses puppetry and animation to convey emotion and perspective from a dog’s point of view. The visual storytelling captures both the whimsy and sorrow of Bart’s odyssey through an unpredictable urban landscape.

Created by Arielle Gray and Tim Watts, New Owner is a contemplative and visually striking work that explores companionship, loss, and the possibility of renewal through the eyes of a loyal pet.