Dance is such a beautiful art that it is everywhere, and it has always been a way to support community gatherings. People, when they...

Himachal Pradesh has a rich heritage of folk art and culture that is at risk of being lost. Kariyala folk drama is one of them.

Mardani Khel is an Indian Martial Art that traces its origins to the great Maratha Empire. This post traces its history and relevance today.

Bhavai is a theater art form commonly practiced in Gujarat. It is a derivation of a combination of two words – bhav and vah.

Odisha is one of the most vibrant states in India. Gotipua Dance is said to have originated in Odisha.

Mudiyettu is one of the ancient dance-dramas of Kerala. It presents a dramatized version of the Puranic story of Darika-Vadha.

Kachighodi dance, also known as Kachhi Gori, is an Indian folk dance that originated in the Shekhawati region in the state of Rajasthan.

Kalaripayattu, which is also known as “Kalari”, is one of the oldest forms of martial arts originated in the state of Kerala.

Bardo Chham means ‘dance of the zodiac’. The idea or the theme behind this folk dance is the victory of good over evil.

The Bengaluru's Karaga Festival is celebrated by the Tigala Community in the Chaitra Month (March/April) of the Hindu Calendar.

Bhuta worship is a distinct and detailed form of worship special to Tulu Nadu. Bhuta thereby means the spirit of the ancestors. Bhuta...

Therukoothu is a folk theatre art form originating from the rural areas of Tamil Nadu, which is now confined to a contiguous area of...

Kutiyattam or Koodiyattam (meaning “acting together”) is a 2000 years old Sanskrit theatrical art form of Kerala. It has been accepted as...

In Marathi, the word Tamasha means a grand show, performance, or celebration especially one involving dance. The word originates from the...

Bharata Muni explained the relationship between performers and audience in his book Natya Shastra. He prescribes a number of details...

The first chapter in the Natyaveda (the science of dramatic performance) addresses the origin of drama. The pupils after witnessing the...

Assam is a beautiful place known for its aesthetics, rich history, tradition, and culture. It is highly popular when it comes to...