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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lauren Del Fabbro

Paddington Bear costume designer reveals inspiration behind musical’s puppet

Costume designer Tahra Zafar has said she was "overwhelmed" by the public response to the lifelike Paddington Bear puppet, following the West End musical’s opening night.

Zafar, a costume and creature effects designer, has worked on a number of productions and national events, including the 2012 London Olympics.

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