Question

Which of the following is a key feature of Therukoothu performances?

• A. Elaborate costumes and makeup
• B. Strictly spoken dialogues without music
• C. Use of modern technology and lighting
• D. Only performed by professional actors

Answer 1

Answer:

A. Elaborate costumes and makeup

Therukoothu This is the most popular folk drama in Tamil Nadu, also practiced in Tamil-speaking regions of Sri Lanka. It is primarily performed during the annual temple festivals dedicated to Mariamman, the Rain Goddess, with the aim of ensuring a bountiful harvest. The themes of this street play are typically drawn from the Hindu epic Mahabharata, centering on the character of Draupadi. The essence of this theatre form revolves around eight plays that depict the life of Draupadi.