Therukoothu: The Echoing Tales in the Village Winds

“Therukoothu” is a unique Genre of the Dramatic Arts born from the creativity of Humble Village artists who adhered with their Cult and Religious traditions. It has deep roots in the Southern Parts of India especially Tamilnadu and is aged more than Two thousand years. They merely purported to bring forth the Essence of Literature in the Epics and Puranas to those of the underprivileged peasants and commoners. It is a Street Play which enacted the Legendary Tales with the help of Skilful Artists, Simple stage setting, Detailed Costumes, Witty and Comic Phrases, Mesmerising Songs and Exuberant Dances with the Accompaniment of Music. Tales from the imperceptible Puranas were catered to the comprehension of common people. It enlightened them in Ascetic aspects, Thought provoking Philosophy, with an additional Joy of soul relishing Entertainment.