Indians celebrate at the Theyyam dance festival at a local temple in the Kannur, a city in southern India. Theyyam dancers wear heavy make-up, flamboyant costumes and headgear to honour Hindu deities.

A century ago, foreigners referred to theyyam as the “devil dance” due to its striking visuals and aggressive performance style. Over the years, costumes and makeup have evolved, becoming ...

Theyyam is a traditional and ritualistic dance form with mime and music, from the regions of Kannur and Kasaragod. Ruling clans established their own shrines and sacred groves for Theyyam deities ...

Through music, dance, and fire, the ritual of Theyyam tells the stories of the gods and ancient ancestors. It is an experience that fascinates and enchants as the spectacular costumes and performances ...

Theyyam and Thira, the traditional ritual art forms of north Kerala, will be performed in Thrissur district as part of the Chittanda Kaliyattam Festival on Wednesday and Thursday at the ...

Nanmayil John Quixote will portray the original narrative with Malayali features, mixing traditional props and instruments with the elements of Theyyam and Kalari. Aliyar Ali, director of the ...

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