History
Kanyarkali is a folk dance-drama of Palakkad’s agrarian communities. Song, dance, and gentle satire fill multi-night performances at village temple festivals.
Folk Arts
Kanyarkali
Palakkad folk dance-drama of farming communities.
About
Kanyarkali is a folk dance-drama of Palakkad’s agrarian communities. Song, dance, and gentle satire fill multi-night performances at village temple festivals.
Category
Folk Arts
Type
Folk dance-drama
Notes
Agrarian satire and song
Where to see
Palakkad village festivals
Origin district
Regional folk belts across Kerala.
Community/tradition
Village and community folk troupes.
Costume
Regional folk costume with ornaments suited to the dance or play.
Makeup
Festive or character makeup as required by the form.
Musical instruments
Folk drums, cymbals, and group song.
Performance occasions
Palakkad village festivals.
Famous artists
Local folk troupe leaders and community performers.
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