There is a great deal of preparatory craftwork involved, especially mask carving and costume making.

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Taazyeh also plays a significant role in preserving associated crafts, such as costume-making, calligraphy and instrument-making.

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Heritage events have been planned around the renovation, including costume-making workshops and a drama and film project with college students.

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Girls in Tlemcen are initiated into the costume tradition at an early age, while the craftsmanship involved in making the precious wedding costume is transmitted from generation to generation.

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Mr. MEAD: Well, the thing is, you have to remember that I'm, you know, I'm the mummy that cooked the dinner, and I'm the one that planned the owl party, and I'm the one making the ice cream treats, so the costume's got to be on the simple side.

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