Koodiyattam
Koodiyattam (Malayalam: കൂടിയാട്ടം; IAST: kūṭiyāṭṭaṁ; lit. 'combined act') is a traditional performing art form in the state of Kerala, India. It is a combination of ancient Sanskrit theatre with elements of Koothu, an ancient performing art from the Sangam era. It is officially recognised by UNESCO as a Masterpiece of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity.
| Koodiyattam | |
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Guru Mani Madhava Chakyar and his troupe performing Thoranayudham (part of Bhasa's play Abhiṣeka Nataka based on the epic Ramayana) Koodiyattam (1962, Chennai) | |
| Medium | Sanskrit theatre with Koothu |
| Originating culture | Kerala |
| Originating era | Sangam era |
| Kutiyattam, Sanskrit theatre | |
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UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage | |
| Country | India |
| Domains | Performing arts |
| Reference | 00010 |
| Region | Asia and the Pacific |
| Inscription history | |
| Inscription | 2008 (3rd session) |
| List | Representative |
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