Author : P Rajagopal, Hanne M. de Bruin, Evelien Pullens
Fifteen-year-old Aiyappan lives in Kanchipuram. In school, he learns Maths, Science, Languages, Computers… and Kuttu. His teacher has written a play especially for the students – about an encounter between children and aliens. The script is presented in this book, and includes stage directions so that the reader can perform it. The narrative offers glimpses into the Kuttu tradition and the lives of Kuttu artists. By focusing on a local, traditional folk art, the book builds bridges between cultures and worlds and experiences.
folk art, theatre, kuttu, kattaikuttu, contemporary play, kuttu tradition, life of artists, performing arts
Gem of a book!
The stunning photographs of the play as well as the real life characters, have effectively managed to convey the intense moments and emotions. They complement the written words so well. Saffron Tree
Gem of a book!
The stunning photographs of the play as well as the real life characters, have effectively managed to convey the intense moments and emotions. They complement the written words so well. Saffron Tree