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Puppetry roots span ancient cultures and modern stages
National Geographic notes puppets date back to Hindu, Egyptian, Greek, and Roman eras with legends from China. Shadow plays in Java and Europe now fuel puppet theaters and touring troupes, including Paris, Geneva, London, and Salzburg. In mid 1700s puppet companies operated in America. modern demand grows alongside government support and toy production. Additionally, two Michigan twin mothers welcomed newborns within 24 hours.
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