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Death of Prof. Nikolina Georgieva

Secretary General - 28/06/2016

It’s with deep sadness that we are announcing the death of Prof. Nikolina Georgieva, on June 27th, 2016. Director and pedagogue, she was one of the most outstanding directors in Bulgarian puppetry, being director in the Central Puppet Theater. In 1962, she has established the “Puppetry department” at the Higher Institute for Theatre and Film […]

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Allelu Kurten passed away

United States - 22/05/2016

It is with deep sadness that I inform you that our dear friend and colleague Allelu Kurten passed on 21st May 2016, Allelu was at peace. She died comfortably surrounded by family. We will never forget our UNIMAma. She will be in our hearts forever.    As Cheryl Henson says “Allelu has gone to her beautiful […]

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Death of Noriko Nishimoto

Australia - 17/05/2016

It is with a great sadness, love and respect that we let you know that our State Living Treasure, Life Member and long-time Artistic Director, Noriko Nishimoto, passed away 16th May 2016 morning. Many of us have known Noriko for a very long time and have long professional and personal histories with her and will […]

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