Mallory Maria Prucha

Mallory Maria Prucha is an Associate Professor of Costume Design and Area Head of Design/Technology/Management within the Texas Tech University School of Theatre & Dance. She also serves as the Coordinator of Strategic Planning and Initiatives for the TTU College of Visual & Performing Arts.

• Degrees: M.F.A. in Costume Design/Technology (University of Nebraska-Lincoln), M.A. in Theatre Arts (University of Nebraska-Omaha), B.A. in Studio Art (University of Nebraska-Omaha)

Prucha’s research explores applied artistic practice in non-traditional contexts, including collaborations with TTU Health Sciences Center, TTU Veterinary Science Center, and the City of Lubbock for disaster response training. Her interdisciplinary work bridges theatre design, forensic composite sketch artistry, and community engagement initiatives.

She has received recognition for her contributions, including the Texas Tech Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Research and the TTU Presidential Award for Engaged Creative Activity. A United Scenic Artists, Local 829 member, Prucha also coordinates the Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival’s National Design Technology and Management division.

• Professional Highlights:
  • Co-organizer of the 2024 Orfeo collaboration with Mexico City’s National Center for the Arts
  • Lead designer for the 2025 Charles Admas Studio Project
  • Accomplished sidewalk chalk artist and medallic artist