Kudiattam theater of ancient sanskrit dramatic origins. Traditionally perfomarmances are held throughout the night until dawn. Sole lighting is provided by a large lamp fed by coconut oil, India.

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Kudiattam theater of ancient sanskrit dramatic origins. Traditionally performances are held throughout the night until dawn. Sole lighting is provided by a large lamp fed by coconut oil, India. vertical portrait classical Indian dance-drama Kudiattam sanskrit drama prepare preparing to perform play gesture mudra performance night midnight purify refine refinement refining adolescent artistically artistic art artist artistry skilled sophisticated spectacular unusual stunning visual graceful accomplishment amazement apprehension effort endurance excellence faith metamorphosis motion mystery power tradition vision events mood passion empathetic empathy sympathetic sympathy understanding holiness male cultural culture color colour colorful red black brown green white yellow Kerala Malayalam language theater theatre tradition traditional culture cultural South Asia travel traveling travelling destination destinations tourism holiday vacation space site Hindu Hinduism religion religious faith sacred holy spirit spiritual spirituality ornament ornaments ornamental decorate decorated decoration decorations decorative bright vivacity Kerala India