Royal Temple Theater of Krishnattam English 2016

Krishnattam, a unique Sanskrit ritualistic dance-theater of Kerala, is one among India's treasure trove of rare living artistic masterpieces. In time past, Krishnattam, based on the Sanskrit poem trived in the royal environment of the Kingdom of Calicut, receiving the adoration of small devoted audiences. But, with India's independence, the Zamorin lost his kingdom, and as his wealth dissipated, Krishnattam teetered on the edge of extinction. It was the Krishna-Vishnu Temple at Guruvayur that came to Krishnattam;s rescue and has become an integral part of the history of Krishnattam. Here, again, Krishnattam remained in seclusion until 1961, when the troupe performed in Bombay, exposing it to a larger Indian audience and foreign interest.