Deverattam
Devarattam ("dance of the gods") is the dance of the Kambalathu Nayakar community of Tamil Nadu,[1] who believe that they are the direct descendants of the 'devas' or gods. The dance involves fast and fluent movements to the rhythmic sound of Deva Thunthubi (Urumi (drum)), an hour-glass shaped drum that is struck on one side and rubbed on the other side with a curved stick.
Today, the dance is performed during festivals, marriages and other social occasions.[citation needed] Traditionally, it was performed when a king returned with his army after a successful battle.[2]
References
- ^ "Maiden and memorable". The Hindu. 2004-03-22. Retrieved 2012-02-10.
- ^ "Devarattam in Madurai India". India9.com. 2005-06-07. Retrieved 2012-02-10.