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Comedian cracking gags from beyond the grave

By Thomas Hochwarter

A dead Austrian comedian is still cracking gags to fans – from a video screen on his tombstone.

Wolfgang Heinzl passed away three years ago but his latest comedy show called "The Speaking Tomb" was unveiled only a few weeks ago.

It features music as well as personal statements and scenes from some of his work.

Heinzl’s plan was to confuse but also amuse visitors to the Barbara cemetery in Linz, Upper Austria.

Mourners at the cemetery have reportedly reacted positively to the work put together by the late comedian’s friend Wolfgang Gollner.

Austrian Times

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