Art & Culture of Kerala
Spectacular
visual effects and stunning music are hallmarks of Kerala's performing arts.
In a land which cannot boast of monumental architectural feats, unlike many
other parts of India, the performing arts, both individually and collectively,
make up for the lost magnificence. No other State in India can match the grandeur
and creativity of Kerala's performing arts. The classical and ritual arts of
Kerala have always enjoyed a rich patronage, from the former kings who ruled
the state to the latter day democratic governments.
Kerala's unique selling point is its rich culture which was mellowed by centuries-old
rich heritage. Culture and heritage are pervasive presence across the state
and are kept alive through the state's performing arts.
Kathakali
Kerala owes its transnational fame to this nearly 300 years old classical dance
form which combines facets of ballet, opera, masque and the pantomime. It is
said to have evolved from other performin
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Krishnanattom
A spectacle for both the scholar and the simple rustic. The visual effect is
enhanced by varied and colourful facial make-up with larger-than-life-masks,
made of light wood and cloth padding.
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Mohiniyattom
The sinuous dance of the enchantress, this is a distinctive classical dance
form of Kerala. Slow, graceful, swaying movements of the body and limbs and
highly emotive eye and hand gestures are unique.
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Kootiyattom
Kootiyattam is a dance traditionally enacted in temples. Kootiyattam is Kathakali's
2000 year old predecessor and is offered as a votive offering to the deity.
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Theyyam
Theyyam also known as Kaliyattam, it is a ritual dance popular in north Kerala
or the erstwhile Kolathunadu. Theyyam incorporates dance, mime and music and
enshrines the rudiments of ancient tribal.
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Poothanumthirayum
This ritual offering to Goddess Kaali is performed in many places of South Malabar.
A troupe of dancers dress up as Kaali (the Thira) and the accompanying spirits
(the Poothams).
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Kummattikkali
Kummattikkali is a mask dance popular in some of the northern districts of Kerala.
The dancers, wearing painted wooden masks and sporting sprigs of leaves and
grass, go dancing from house to house.
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Pattikkamthodi Ravunni Menon
Of the several schools of learning prevalent in Kathakali at present Kalluvazhi
school alone can claim universal recognition and prestige. Kalamandalam is the
pioneering institution preserving and promoting the Kalluvazhi school of Kathakali.
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Guru Kunchukkurup
One of the most renowned Kathakali artists of Kalamandalam who excelled as a
performer rather than a teacher. He joined Kalamandalam as a faculty member
from the very beginning along with Pattikkaamthoti Ravunni Menon.
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