AustriaTraude Apel-Kossatz, founder of the puppet theater Lilarum, has died at the age of 86 in Vienna. The theater announced her death on Friday. She was known for creating complete works of art, designing and building puppets herself, staging sets and lighting, editing texts, and directing performances. Her puppets, made from foam, fabric, wire, and wood, had a distinctive style characterized by clarity, vibrant colors, and strong character. Apel-Kossatz began her career as a watchmaker before discovering an interest in theater through encounters with puppeteers and stage designers in the 1970s. In
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Why these scores (Factual 95 · Objective 98): The article provides detailed biographical information about Traude Apel-Kossatz, including her age at death, background as a watchmaker, founding of Lilarum, and specific details about the theater's history and audience. All claims appear consistent with cross-source consensus and are well-supporte
