I understood from the folks there that Theyyam was a ritual which grow out of the protests against the atrocities carried out by the elite on these communities. My experience was nothing short of ...

Actress Malavika Mohanan, who is working in several south Indian films, has now penned a heartfelt post on why she considers the traditional ritual of ‘Theyyam’ special. Taking to her timeline on ...

Bappurian Theyyam is a blend of Hindu Muslim faith and traditions which embodies the harmonious co-existence of these communities. The temple is open to all, religion, caste and no bar.

Written in a lucid, engaging style, ‘Theyyam: Indian Folk Ritual Theatre: An Insider’s Vision’ serves as both an introduction to Theyyam and a detailed reference guide, meticulously documenting the ...

Bookmark stories for easy access on any device or the Swarajya app. A Theyyam ritual in Kerala (Wikimedia Commons) Imagine standing on the edge of life and death, and feeling the eternal dance of ...

Theyyam has to be experienced in person, if one is to grasp its true meaning. During the grand finale, this writer was lucky to have his section of the crowd charged at by an artiste.

Through the intricate and sacred dance of Theyyam, the performer becomes a vessel of divine energy, capable of offering a shoulder to cry on and guiding individuals through life’s struggles.

KANNUR: Renowned theyyam artist E P Narayanan Peruvannan has been barred from performing the sacred ritual following his refusal to apologise for a controversial performance in Ajman, UAE, last month.

But equally disputes too exist. For instance, Bappiriyan theyyam is considered to be the Muslim captain of the ship who accompanied Arya Poonkanni to north Kerala’s shores by some and as Hanuman by ...

About the Book Book: THEYYAM - Indian Folk Ritual Theatre Author: KK Gopalakrishnan Publication: Niyogi Books Price: Rs 6000.00 Pages: 352 In a world that often favours the new, ‘Theyyam: Indian ...

Every Theyyam is preceded by the performance of a thottam and a vellattam. A thottam comprises an impromptu thought poetically rendered accompanied by some religious verses or shloka.

A new book explores the vibrant tradition of Theyyam, a folk art form in Kerala, highlighting its cultural significance and role in challenging social hierarchies. Authored by K K Gopalakrishnan, the ...