Guru G. Venu’s bold production of Mricchakatikam explores new thematic grounds while staying rooted in the traditional Kutiyattam idiom. Among the Kutiyattam exponents, Guru G Venu…
Author: G S Paul
G S Paul
GS Paul is an eminent art columnist and critic. He has been writing for national dailies such as The Hindu for more than three decades. Currently, he is the Editorial Advisor of India Art Review.
Meet Angel Joshy, a young AI graduate whose passion for Kerala’s folklore—especially Pulluvan Pattu— has transformed her into a new voice for an ancient art. You…
As Thrissur Pooram drums reach a crescendo, we recall Parisha Vadyam—the ancient rhythm that once led the gods. Thrissur Pooram, Kerala’s grand carnival of percussion, has…
A stirring reimagination of Sita as a warrior queen through a powerful confluence of classical Indian art forms. A packed audience in the Thrissur Regional Theatre,…
Ganga Thatwam, a tribute to the Sopana aesthetics Shatkala Govinda Marar Smaraka Kala Samithy, Ramamangalam recently honoured dancer Sithara Balakrishnan, recipient of the Kerala Sangeetha Nataka…
Dr V G Salini’s Kutiyattam – Evolution of Its Female Tradition is a meticulously researched work that not only traces the role of women in this…
Penmudra is a visual tribute to women in Koodiyattam
The author shares a nostalgic reflection on ‘encounters’ with M T Vasudevan Nair, revealing his creative brilliance and personal warmth.
The Sooryakanti Festival 2024 at Thrissur’s Regional Theatre showcased the richness of Bharatanatyam The four-day Sooryakanti Festival held at Regional Theatre, Thrissur recently was essentially a…
Bharatanatyam recital by Gopika Raj Pillai showcased her impressive skill and the captivating beauty of the Kalakshetra style.