| Kathakali
is the classical dance-drama of Kerala, South India, which dates from
the 17th century and is rooted in Hindu mythology. Kathakali has a
unique combination of literature, music, painting, acting and dance.
In the following pages we have placed photographs and videos of Kathakali
performances and songs by famous Kathakali singers.
It
is a very exciting art form demanding not only complete control
of practically every fibre of the artiste's body, but also intense
sensitivity of emotion. The stories for attakathas (the verse text
for a kathakali piece) are selected from epics and mythologies and
are written in a highly sanskritised verse form in Malayalam.
Kathakali
is the classical dance form of Kerala. The word Kathakali literally
means "Story-Play". Kathakali is known for its heavy,
elaborate makeup and costumes. In fact, the colorful and fascinating
costumes of Kathakali have become the most recognized icon of Kerala.
Kathakali is considered as one of the most magnificent theatres
of imagination and creativity. Kathakali dance presents themes derived
from the Ramayana, the Mahabharata and other Hindu epics, mythologies
and legends.
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