Kerala, India. Is the classical dance, since 17th century. The dance extravaganza last all through night to dawn.

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Kerala, India, Kathakali (the story play) is the classical dance-drama of Kerala, which dates from the 17th century and is rooted in Hindu mythology. Kathakali draws heavily from drama and is danced with elaborate masks and costumes. Kathakali recitals are generally long and It combines dance with dialogue to bring myth and legend to dancers use their stunning costumes and make-up, with the accompaniment of drums and vocalists, to create various moods and provide a rhythmic background to the drama. Kathakali performances usually begin with a musical note called Thiranottam. The dance extravaganza last all through night to dawn. Kathakali dancer,

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