Theyyam is a popular ritual dance form of our locality.
Theyyam is performed in front of my
village temple without stage or curtains.
Theyyam ground is always crowded. The
Theyyam represents a mythological,
divine or heroic character.
Theyyam is always performed by
men. They also enact female roles
.The colourful costumes and
make-up are very attractive.
Theyyam performance begins with Vellattam or Thottam.
Then the Theyyam accompanied by drummers and they
recite a particular ritual song. The dancer returns to the green
room, after finishing this primary ritualistic part of the chant.
After a short interval, Theyyam makes a ritual entrance with
elaborate costumes and makeup. The Theyyam runs all
around the shrine and its courtyard, dancing performing
rituals and blessing the devotees. At last, the dancer
distributes turmeric powder as a symbol of blessing and also
throws rice on the audience
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