July 7, 2025
Sydney 29

Yakshagana artistes and their battle between the contemporary and classic

From the coastal villages of Karnataka to international borders, the traditional dance-drama art form Yakshagana, has traversed and evolved over the decades, with changes in its elaborate costumes, headgear, stage structure and even the themes of its performances. Mainly practiced in Udupi, Shivamogga and Chikkamagalurur in Karnataka, and Kasargod in Kerala, Yakshagana combines dance, music, and […]