The most outstanding folk arts of Kerala especially in the northern part of Kerala. Also called Thirayattam, (because every thira or village performed this ritualistic art at the village temple) this primitive ritualistic art demands long hours of preparation for its performance. The Theyyam or Kolam, represents a mythological, divine or heroic character. There are over 350 Theyyams in northern Kerala. The hood, headdress, face painting, breast plate, bracelets, garlands and fabric of attire of each of these kolams are distinct and meticulously crafted according to the character presented. The instruments used are chenda and veekuchenda (drums), elathalam and kuzhal (horn). This art form is mostly performed in Bhagavathy temples. Performances are on between October and May. Thira is the major subdivision of Theyyam |
kalaripayattu
Kathakali
Koothu
Koodiyattam
Margomkali
Mohiniyattam
Oppana
Thiruvathirakali
Thullal
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