Koodiyattom: The Ancient Blend of Drama and Music from Kerala

Koodiyattom is an ancient blend of drama and music that hails from Kerala. This traditional art form has deep roots, emerging from Sanskrit plays. The accompanying music is performed in a mix of Sanskrit & Malayalam. It serves as a gentle backdrop to the narrative.
In every performance, the artist takes center stage, conveying emotions with clarity and passion. The background score remains light and unobtrusive, subtly enhancing the storyline. Each actor displays immense skill; so much so that emotional scenes can often bring tears to the audience's eyes.
Costumes and makeup in Koodiyattom are both intricate and vibrant. The techniques central to this art form include Abhinaya (expressions), Angika (body movements), Vachika (spoken word), Aharya (costume and makeup), and Satvika (expression of sentiments and moods).