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Kathakali: Dance-Drama of Kerala

The art of Kathakali dance-drama in Kerala, India — its mythological sources, training traditions, and performance conventions.

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Kenji Tanaka

Published March 31, 2026

Performing ArtsDanceAsiaHindiEarly Modern (1500-1800)

Locations: Kochi, Kerala

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Tanaka, K. (2026). Kathakali: Dance-Drama of Kerala. *FolkloreStudies.org*. https://folklorestudies.org/p/kathak01

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