Mummenschanz

 
Among a wide array of theater troupes from all over the world, Mummenschanz stands out from the rest with its unique stage presence and performances. The group hails from Altstatten, Switzerland and during its years of existence, they have performed in different parts of the world while earning the love and appreciation of millions. The troupe employs a unique style of live performance while making significant use of masks and various other props, and that is the reason why the popularity of the troupe has been continuously growing over the years.
 
On October 4, 2011, Mummenschanz kicked off its Jubilee tour with a huge amount of success. The year 2012 marked the 40^th anniversary of the troupe, and the group intends to celebrate this occasion with the rest of the world with their live tour. This season as the troupe heads out yet again to perform live, make sure you catch them live with Mummenschanz tickets.
 
The troupe was founded back in Paris by Bernie Schurch, Floriana Frassetto and Andres Bossard in 1972. Since then the Mummenschanz has been capturing the hearts of millions with their witty acts all over the globe. Their popularity has grown so much that the troupe’s act has become far more than just a group’s name; it has become a form of art that is performed live. With its act, the group has not only entertained different generations of audience members; it has also embedded its name firmly when it comes to Mime Masque Theater. Mummenschanz has enchanted the audience members from all walks of life and of different age groups. All of them have been touched by the unique-ness that is presented to them right in front of their eyes. You too can witness the magic with the cheap Mummenschanz tickets.
 
The mask theatre that we know off as Mummenschanz came into existence after a thorough three-year long experimentation and studies; in 1972. The following year, the troupe started touring and it hit various venues in South America, Canada as well as United States. Soon after the show went on to be staged on Broadway in 1977, and stayed there up till 1980 and gave 1326 performances. During their Broadway run, cheap Mummenschanz tickets were highly sought after the theatregoers. The troupe also performed at the Helen Hayes Theatre in 1986; a show called The New Show.
 
The group also produced a special that was televised called La Pomme. The production was a huge success and for that the group also won Rose d’Or in 1980. In 1976, the group also made a special appearance on the Muppet Show’s last episode from its first season. The troupe also performed in Double’s music video of Devil’s Ball in 1987, which went on to win several awards as well. Mummenschanz also made appearances in Northern Exposure and 3-2-1 Contact. In 1995, the troupe also went on to their world tour called Parade on which they performed alongside a renowned American actor John Murphy. The most recent production that emerged from the Mummenschanz’s end is a show called 40 years which marks the fortieth anniversary celebration of the troupe. The show is a summary of Mummenschanz journey through the pages of history and it presents the greatest moments from the troupe’s history.  
 
Each and every performance of the troupe, offers endless amount of laughter to its audience members, without any regard to the age group. Their show features out-of-this-world colored creatures and forms that are unlike anything else. The group is known as the musicians of the silence, and this year as they present the highlights of the troupe’s journey through history on the eve of their 40^th anniversary, make sure that you’re a part of the celebrations by booking cheap Mummenschanz tickets.