Kathakali

Workshops - Performances - Exhibitions

Internationally renowned artists from Kerala provide powerful performances to express the enchantment of Asian storytelling

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To experience our workshops, performances or exhibitions contact us today and a member of our team will reply to you shortly.

Performances

Exhibitions

Education and Community

Who We Are

The Kala Chethena Kathakali Company is the leading Kathakali group outside of India. Our vision is to make Kathakali accessible, understandable and enjoyable to people of all ages, abilities and cultural backgrounds throughout the UK and internationally
If you'd like to experience one of our performances, workshops or events, don't hesitate in contacting us today!

Background of Kathakali

Kathakali evolved from earlier temple art forms in the 17th century, is based on Hinduism and is a highly charged powerful drama that combines devotion, drama, dance, music, costumes and make-up to produce one of the most impressive forms of sacred theatre in the world.

Kathakali is ancient and classical in nature and holds centuries of tradition and culture. It is not simply a dance-drama but an act of devotion featuring the universal struggle between good and evil.

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Performances

The Kathakali performances offer a feast for the senses as highly skilled artists transport the audience into the fascinating world of Kathakali.

Kathakali is suitable for all ages, cultural backgrounds and abilities.

We perform in schools, colleges, village halls, art centres, theatres, museums and art galleries.

Case Studies

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Vivamus hendrerit placerat elit non maximus.

News

HAPPY DIWALI

13th November 2020

The Kala Chethena Kathakali Company wish everyone a very Happy Diwali

Celebrating 90 years of the Kerala Kalamandalam, India

10th November 2020

Thank you for the memories

KATHAKALI - LOOKING TO THE FUTURE

26th October 2020

Kathakali - looking to the future We are developing our workshops on Zoom and hope to be ready to provide on-line tuition shortly. If anyone would like to learn more about Kathakali just contact us.

THANK YOU - KATHAKALI GETS FUNDING FROM THE CULTURAL RECOVERY GRANT

21st October 2020

THANK YOU - The Kala Chethena Kathakali Troupe has received £50,000 from the Cultural Recovery Grant - we are delighted!