Kerala Poorikal File

Organizations, such as the Kerala Sangeetha Nataka Akademi, are working to promote and document Poorikal performances, as well as provide training and support to artists. Additionally, cultural festivals and events, such as the Thrissur Pooram, provide a platform for Poorikal artists to showcase their talents.

A typical Poorikal performance features a group of artists, usually men, dressed in traditional attire, including a white mundu (a type of loincloth) and a colorful upper garment. The performance begins with the beating of a large drum called the “Chenda”, which is an integral part of the Poorikal ensemble. The drumbeat is accompanied by traditional folk songs and dances, which are often narrative in nature. Kerala Poorikal

Kerala Poorikal: A Traditional Art Form** Organizations, such as the Kerala Sangeetha Nataka Akademi,