https://www.euronews.com/2020/11/13/how-is-the-ancient-art-of-egyptian-puppetry-making-a-comeback

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The art of puppetry in Egypt dates back to ancient times and the rule of the Pharaohs.

Puppet performances, and so-called shadow theatre productions, were also popular during the Ottoman Empire.

Determined to keep the entertainment form alive, is Egyptian Mohamed El-Sawy, who in 2004 established the El-Sakia Puppet Theatre.

The puppet enthusiast’s passion even extends to carving the mannequins himself, and hand-stitches their costumes

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