The Boy Who Spoke to God is a play by the Croatian National Theater in Osijek, that premiered in the 2020/21 theater season. Puppets of cat Roko and dog Lori appear as characters in the play. This paper describes the actions and creations of animators and the adaptation of actors and directors in relation to the puppets. The main theme is the creation of the role of Lori. The role was achieved through the study of canine behaviorism, exploring the technological possibilities of the Lori tabletop puppet, and using previously acquired knowledge in the puppet animation studies to utilize the best tools and animation procedures for each stage situation. Also, the role of puppets in the play is questioned and analyzed. More precisely, how the characters of the cat and the dog contribute to the dramaturgy of the play and whether they are optimally employed in relation to their possibilities. Other tasks within the animator's role in the play are also mentioned, such as animation of scenography and props, as well as acting creations and choreographies. Furthermore, the success of the implementation of these tasks is assessed in relation to the original ideas of the director. Finally, the reaction of the critics to the use of puppets is commented on, and what the use of puppets in the play of the Osijek HNK means for puppetry in the city and beyond.