Kathakali

The Kala Chethena Kathakali Company performs the classical dance drama of Kerala with a pre-show demonstration, short film and chance to meet the artists.

The Kala Chethena Kathakali Company from Kerala performs a classical Kathakali dance drama telling a story of how arrogance and cruelty are overcome by kindness and forgiveness. The evening includes a pre-show demonstration of how actors convey emotion through facial expressions and gestures, plus a short film on the art form's 600-year history. The audience can view the intricate makeup and costumes, meet the artists and ask questions, with themes spanning love, family, pride, equality and more.