Speaking at a postperformance talk-back, the puppeteer noted how he eagerly took advantage of the stage's full 44-foot depth outfitted with an elaborate rigging system in place for hanging sets.

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But the system was introduced with one main purpose - to eliminate the possibility of vote-rigging, and give the Kenyan electorate faith in the credibility of the count.

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