From CBC News:
Madrid city hall apologized Monday to parents for exposing their children to a violent puppet show, but says jailing the puppets for allegedly praising terrorism was disproportionate.
Puppets "The Witch" and "Don Cristobal" were impounded without possibility of bail on Friday for using a sign saying, "Long Live Alka ETA," in a word-play reference to Spain's armed Basque group ETA and al-Qaida.
The satirical theatre piece entitled "The Witch and Don Cristobal", also featured the hanging of a judge's effigy, the stabbing of a nun with a crucifix and police beatings, prompting parents attending with children to complain. The show was commissioned by the city as part of Carnival celebrations.
Kermit and Sooty are spearheading a campaign for the pair's release.
What have we wrought in the UK?
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2 comments:
Punch and Judy watch out: features marital violence and an amusing scene where a policeman is tricked into being hanged.The appearance of a crocodile in this context is entirely plausible.
My thoughts, exactly, DBCR. This show sounds like Punch and Judy meets Guy Fawkes. Bet the children loved it!
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