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Dances of Kerala
Dances of Kerala/Dance Form of Kerala - Kerala Dance is a state that dances to the rhythms of nature. Dance is an integral part of Kerala life-style and Kerala Dance. They reflect their mood, temperaments, believes and adherences through folk dances and Kerala Dance. That is why, these dances always appear in religious patterning. Some dances are exclusive for men and some for women while some of them are performed by both together.
Most of the Dance Form of Kerala are performed to the accompaniment of songs and some only with musical instruments in Dance Form of Kerala. They are performed sometimes by a single performer and sometimes in group of Dances in Kerela. Costume and ornaments are the most fascinating aspect which manifests their peculiar cultural and regional identity of
Dances of Kerala - It is the classical dance drama of Kerala, which dates from the 17th century and is rooted in the Hindu mythology. It is unique combination of acting, dancing, painting, literature, music and so on. It literally means ‘story-play’, it is means of enacting the story in form of a dance. Kathakali in its origin, is
Mohiniattam - Kerala Dances
Mohiniattam is one of the oldest dance form of Kerala in India Travel
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performed by women and known for its very sensual themes in Kerala Dance.
Mohiniyattam is a traditional South Indian dance form from Kerala, India. It is a very graceful dance meant to be performed as a solo recital by women. The word "Mohiniattam" literally means "dance of the enchantress". Mohiniattam may have been coined after Lord Vishnu. There are two stories of the Lord Vishnu disguised as a Mohini.
Thiruvathirakali
Also known as Thiruvathirakali, a popular symmetric group of dance by the
women of kerala often during the festive season of Onam in Kerala Dance.
Kuravar Kali
A performance of lower class of people, who were not permitted to enter the
premise of temples in Kerala Dance.
Kaliyattom
Kaliyattom, also called Theyyam, is a sacred dance performed for Kali from
an ancient time. It is believed to be effective in the safety of society and
family in Kerala Dances Tour.
Padayani
Annual ritualistic festival celebrated in Bhadrakali temples with due
dedications, the remains of ancient Dravidian God concept and mode of
worship in Kerala Dances Tour.
Kolkali
A mixed dance, men and women both participate, performed in a circle while
striking small sticks and keeping rhythm with special steps in Kerala Dances
Tour.
Parichamuttukali
It is a martial art form performed by the Christians of northern and
central Kerala.
Thumpi Thullal
This is a dance in which only women can participate and it is usually performed in connection with the Onam festival. All the girls are dressed in a special type of dress known as Onakkodi dress and dance in a circle. At the centre of the circle the acting performer sits down and she starts few lines of song while others follow in chorus.
Kummi Dance
This is women dance still famous in many parts of Kerala. The dancers move in a circular direction and the hand gestures denote reaping and harvesting process of work. One of the women from a group leads with a favourite song while the rest of the group repeats it afterwards. Each performer renders a new line as their turn comes and the dance stops when all members get tired or bored.
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