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April alphabet challenge – M is for Marionettes

Posted on April 14, 2013 by ann perrin

Well what what you would expect from a puppeteer – I still have fond memories of most of my marionettes, workshops and performances.                Puppets are the kind you hold in your hand by the … Continue reading →

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