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The structure and premises is completely Plastic Free, Rain Harvesting systems is adopted for the water requirement.All the wood used in the structure is either antique nature or used wood of the last century.There is not even a single tree being cut for the construction of the structure. All efforts and workmanship in this structure is completely handmade. We were using only traditional practices for the construction, the whole structure is laid out of wooden and terracotta flooring.
Another objective of this institution is to promote the different artist for a descent livelihood and to provide a respected stage and highly educated viewers alike.The whole effort was made not out of much money but out of the painstaking effort and sacrifice for the cause of breathing art and culture throughout their life for the promotion of traditional art. Kerala Folklore Theatre At the Kerala Folklore Theatre and Museum we are doing something which is a rare experience for the amateur art lover. A session which lasts over three hours is kept apart for the educational part of our aim. Here a student can spend three hours or more with a master of a particular art form. Here is an interactive session in which the learner can have a direct contact with the master. This session includes the history, background, origin, place of origin, the periodic changes, the present situation of the particular art form etc are taught to the listener. If it is Kathakali or Mohiniyattom the hand symbols (Mudras) and the face expressions (Bhavas) are explained. This is a unique endeavour of Kerala Folklore Theatre And Museum aims at spreading the culture that was Kerala and the Art that was ours of the long foregone period. This is an experience which one cannot get at any folklore places. We welcome you to this unique experience The two theatres Kanjadalam and Kalithattu are examples of the perfection that is enviable. The ambience of an old temple stage coupled with modern facilities can be a modest description of these artistic miracles. Various Classical art forms, Folk art forms and ritual art forms are performed here by the living Masters of these Arts. There is a unique programme for the art lovers who want to learn more about these art forms. A Day With The Master is an interactive session where the performing Master gives detailed information about the art form. All the performances in the theatre are done with the experienced masters of each Traditional Theatre.There is a facility for demonstrations by the masters and cultural interaction & classes from the experts of each art forms. The theatre concept is very unique and of course the best traditional theatre in India. The rich ambience in the theatre takes the viewer back to the 18th century rich architectural. A variety of Mural Paintings are set in the theatre representing all kinds of traditional art forms of Kerala.The Kanjadalam Theatre is really the best architectural marvel of the traditional theatre of India. Museum Visit:
Theatre Shows: Daily Shows: INR 500 Museum Shoppe Kerala Folklore Theatre and Museum is the realization of a long cherished dream of Mr and Mrs George Thaliath. Armed with the enviable wealth of knowledge in Arts and Artifacts, having spent a major part of their lives in the world of antiques, this couple finally filled a much needed requirement of our Kerala, a single stop place to gather all details of our artistic and traditional culture. This is not just a Museum. It is much, much more than that. Here the visitor can immerse himself in an atmosphere of genuine antiquity. From the artistic entrance to the last part of the Museum he is transported to an age of unparalleled beauty. Each and every article is a herald of a glorious past. For the art lover there is no better feast than this. For the researcher and the scholar, they need not go anywhere else to get an in depth knowledge about the Artistic Heritage of South India, especially Kerala. From masks to costumes, ritual lamps to musical instruments, wood carvings to stone works, ornaments to utensils, this is a real treasure house of antiques. Each wooden panel, each door with its ornamental lock, even the wooden staircase are memoirs of that artistic abundance. Pages The Museum Shop caters to the fancies of the Collectors. Here one can buy artifacts and antiques with a Provenance Certificate. The Museum also gives a Buy Back Guarantee. Any person who wants to know the value of his own antiques can consult the experts and get to know the period, style and value of his antiques. Seminars, symposiums, Art exhibitions, Experiential Tours etc are also conducted. Kerala Folklore
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The project is designed,
constructed and executed by Mrs. Annie George & Mr. George J. Thaliyath to
promote the traditional art forms of South India, especially of Kerala.It was a
Herculean task with 60 Skilled carpenters and restorers, over a period of 7
years. The whole structure is made out of Laterate stone, Wood and Clay Tiles
which is all natural materials. All the Architectural objects in the theatre
belongs to 19th century or even before. The objects in the museum are mostly
from 15th to 20th century and some are of very early period dates back to 2000
years