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  1. Yakshagana

    yakshagana, dance-drama of South India, associated most strongly with the state of Karnataka.Elaborate and colourful costumes, makeup, and masks constitute some of the most-striking features of the art form. Traditionally, yakshagana was performed in the open air by all-male troupes sponsored by various Hindu temples. Since the mid-20th century, however, many performances have been held on ...

  2. Yakshagana

    Yakshagana is a traditional theatre, developed in Dakshina Kannada, Udupi, Uttara Kannada, Shimoga and western parts of Chikmagalur districts, in the state of Karnataka and in Kasaragod district in Kerala that combines dance, music, dialogue, costume, make-up, and stage techniques with a unique style and form. It is believed to have evolved from pre-classical music and theatre during the ...

  3. Yakshagana: The Performance

    Yakshagana is one of the most popular folk theatre forms of Karnataka. It is noted for its music, colourful costumes, vigorous dance movements, subtle expressions and extempore dialogues. Yakshagana has two main variations, each of which has many variations: Moodalapaya (the eastern form which is popular in north Karnataka) and Paduvalapaya (western style also known as coastal Yakshagana).

  4. Yakshagana

    Yakshagana (Kannada:ಯಕ್ಷಗಾನ, pronounced as yaksha-gaana) is a traditional dance drama popular in the coastal districts and adjacent areas of the state of Karnataka, India.It is believed to have evolved from pre-classical music forms and theatrical arts. Yakshagana is popular in the districts of Uttara Kannada, Shimoga, Udupi, Dakshina Kannada and the Kasaragod district of Kerala.

  5. Yakshagana

    Yakshagana is a traditional folk dance form popular in Coastal Karnataka districts. A trip to the coastal belt would be incomplete without watching the Yakshagana - an elaborate dance-drama performance unique to Karnataka. It is a rare combination of dance, music, song, scholarly dialogues and colourful costumes.

  6. Yakshagana: Karnataka's ancient theatrical dance art adapts to reach

    On February 2, 2009, Kermene Shambhu Hegde was performing a Yakshagana at Idagunji Mahaganapathy temple in Karnataka. Yakshagana is a theatrical art form that presents mythological and historical stories through music, dance and dialogues. And Shambhu, a celebrated artist, was playing the role of Lord Rama when he suffered a heart attack.

  7. PDF The Yakshagana of Karnataka

    of Yakshagana consists in its presentation of the story through the medium of music, dance and literature. The very backbone of Yakshagana is its operatic nature; songs and verses are employed for the narration of its themes. This is done some­ times in the third person, and often in the first and second persons. The

  8. PDF The Yakshagana of Karnataka

    The Yakshagana of Karnataka - Sahapedia

  9. Yakshagana: The Karnataka Art Form

    A brief about Yakshagana. Yakshagana is a classical folk art of Karnataka, mostly popular in the districts of Uttara Kannada, Shimoga, Udupi, Dakshina Kannada and Kasaragod district of Kerala and is considered a form of opera in western eyes. Performed as a temple art over the years, Yakshagana still forms an integral part of the cultural ...

  10. Yakshagana

    Yakshagana is a traditional theatre, developed in Dakshina Kannada, Udupi, Uttara Kannada, Shimoga and western parts of Chikmagalur districts, in the state of Karnataka and in Kasaragod district in Kerala that combines dance, music, dialogue, costume, make-up, and stage techniques with a unique style and form. It is believed to have evolved from pre-classical music and theatre during the ...

  11. Yakshagana Dance Of Karnataka: A Traditional Theater Form You'll Love

    Components of Yakshagana. Artists: They are the most important part of any Yakshagana performance.These are trained artists who literally drown themselves in the character they are playing. Some of the popular Yakshagana training centers include the Yakshagana Kendra in Udupi and Karnataka Mahila Yakshagana in Bangalore. Traditionally, a Yakshagana troupe consisted of all men who danced all ...

  12. Yakshagana

    Yakshagana is a traditional folk dance form popular in coastal Karnataka districts and some parts of Kerala. It is considered that Yakshagana has originated as a product of the Vaishnava bhakti movement.. The article provides information about one of the signature folk dances of Karnataka - Yakshagana in the context of the IAS Exam. The information is useful for preparing the Art & Culture ...

  13. Yakshagana Dance

    Yakshagana is a form of traditional folk dance popular in the Coastal districts of Karnataka and Kasargod district of Kerala. The meaning of the word 'Yakshagana' is the song (gana) of the demi-gods or spirits (Yaksha). It is usually performed at night in open-air theatres. The performance of yakshagana Karnataka takes place in the paddy ...

  14. A Scientific view and analysis of theatre art Yakshagana

    Yakshagana is one o f such arts being perf o rm ed in coastal distri ct s o f. Karnataka and has a history of more than 500 years. Yakshagan a is a. team, multidisciplinary art inv o lving ...

  15. Yakshagana- The Documentary

    Yakshagana is a traditional theatre form, developed in Udupi, in the state of Karnataka, that combines dance, music, dialogue, costume, make-up, and stage te...

  16. What is Yakshagana (ಯಕ್ಷಗಾನ)

    Here is the answer. Yakshagana (in Kannada ಯಕ್ಷಗಾನ, pronounced as Yaksha Gaana) is a traditional art form. Yakshagana is developed in to a classical form and it is growing as Karnataka's greatest art form. It involves dance, songs, music, drama, expression, costumes, makeup, scholarly dialogue etc. Watching Yakshagana is nothing ...

  17. PDF © 2019 IJRAR June 2019, Volume 6, Issue 2 www.ijrar.org (E-ISSN 2348

    Yakshagana is a traditional dance-drama performing art of Karnataka. Having a known history of at least 800 years, it is a multi-dimensional folk theatre comprising of dance, music, spoken word, body language, stage techniques, costumes and makeup- making it one of the most effective medium of communication. ...

  18. The Lost Heritage

    The name "Yakshagana" translates to "songs of the Demi-Gods/celestial beings/wild-spirits.". This dance tells stories through a mix of songs, dance, and spoken words, mostly based on the poems of Yakshagana. It was inspired by the Vaishnava Bhakti movement that started in the 11th century.

  19. What is Yakshagana?

    About Yakshagana: Yakshagana is a traditional folk dance form popular in Coastal Karnataka districts. It is a rare combination of dance, music, song, scholarly dialogues and colourful costumes. Traditionally, men portray all roles, including the female ones, though women are now part of Yakshagana troupes. A typical troupe consists of 15 to 20 ...

  20. Modern Themes in Yakshagana: Experimentation and Relevance

    Yakshagana is a traditional dance -drama performing art of Karnataka, with a history of about 800 years. It is a. multi-dimensional folk theatre comprising of dance, music, spoken word, body ...

  21. Yakshagana Dance, Origin and Features

    Yakshagana, originating in Karnataka, India, during the 15th-century Bhakti movement, is a vibrant dance form blending music, drama, and classical roots. Yakshagana Dance is a vibrant and traditional dance form that originated in the coastal regions of Karnataka, India. This ancient art form has deep roots in the cultural and religious heritage ...

  22. Yakshagana poetry

    Yakshagana poetry ( Kannada: ಯಕ್ಷಗಾನ ಪ್ರಸ೦ಗ, pronounced as yaksha-gaana prasanga ) (Yakshagana Padya or Yakshagana Prasanga) is a collection of Kannada poems used to enact a music dance drama called Yakshagana. The poems are composed in well known Kannada metres using the frame work of Yakshagana Raga and Yakshagana Tala.

  23. Yakshagana

    Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: TH Context: The beginning of the monsoon is no longer the end of Yakshagana performances in Karnataka's coastal districts. With an abundance of venues opening up over the last decade, Yakshagana Theatre is thriving throughout the year. About Yakshagana: Yakshagana is a traditional theatre form of Karnataka. It is performed with massive headgear, elaborate ...