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    Kathakali
    /ˌkɑːtəˈkɑːli/

    noun

    • 1. a form of dramatic dance of southern India, based on Hindu literature and characterized by masks, stylized costume and make-up, and frequent use of mime.

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  2. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › KathakaliKathakali - Wikipedia

    Kathakali (IAST: Kathakaḷi Malayalam: കഥകളി pronunciation ⓘ) is a traditional form of Indian Classical Dance, and one of the most complex forms of Indian theatre. It is a play of verses .

  3. ‘Kathakali’, an important genre in the Indian classical dance form, is associated with storytelling form of this art. It is the dance drama from the south Indian state of Kerala.

  4. Nov 7, 2024 · Kathakali, one of the main forms of classical dance-drama of India, other major ones being bharata natyam, kathak, manipuri, kuchipudi, and odissi. It is indigenous to southwestern India, particularly the state of Kerala, and is based on subject matter from the Ramayana, the Mahabharata, and.

  5. Kathakali is a classical dance form of Kerala, demanding long years of training. Believed to have evolved from Ramanattam, another classical art form composed by Kottarakkara Thampuran, Kathakali incorporates the techniques of some of the major ritual art forms of Kerala.

  6. Nov 23, 2023 · Kathakali is a major form of classical Indian dance that originated in the southern state of Kerala. It is a blend of dance, music, and acting that dramatizes stories, mostly adapted from Indian epics. The dance is characterized by the elaborately colorful makeup and costumes of the traditional male actor-dancers.

  7. Kathakali is an extraordinary combination of the arts, where each element merges to create total theatre to exemplify human behaviour and express our eternal desire to attain spirituality. At the end of the 17th century a number of Kathakali Troupes called Kali Yogam were established to develop Kathakali.

  8. Jul 4, 2024 · Kathakali, a classical dance-drama that originated in the Indian state of Kerala, is a vibrant and unique art form that mesmerizes audiences with its elaborate costumes, intricate makeup, expressive gestures, and captivating storytelling.