The performing arts have been cherished and nurtured on our shores for centuries. They are gifts from our ancestors that have been carefully passed down for generations. These important benchmarks of our heritage have been captured below in high resolution visuals. We hope these help you get a better understanding and insight into our precious performing arts.
Tholpavakoothu, a ritualistic art form of Kerala
Tholpavakoothu or Shadow puppetry
The entrancing Theyyam ritual in Kerala
Yakshagana
Oppana Dance
Poorakkali
Kummattkkali - Folk art
Kerala Kalamandalam
Theyyam
Theyyam - Ritual art
Mohiniyattam
Mohiniyattam - Classical dance
Make up - Kathakali Artiste
Kathakali
Kalaripayattu
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