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Four decades of surreal mask- and prop-oriented style theatre

Mummenschanz are known all over the world. Their legendary shows bring simple materials to life, such as cardboard sheets , tubes and fabrics, turning them into human-like characters. Now the Swiss pantomime troupe are working on their next tour in 2012 to celebrate their 40th anniversary. (SF/swissinfo.ch)

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