Category Archives: Kathakali Theater

Solitude

Posted on April 20, 2016 by Rosemary
Kathakali Dancer full makeup

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Kerala, India 2009 A Kathakali actor with full makeup waits to go onstage.

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Kathakali in Kerala

Posted on April 24, 2015 by Rosemary
Kathakali performer behind the scenes

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Kerala, India 2009 After applying the intricate makeup, a Kathakali performer adjusts the voluminous skirt of his costume. His green face tells us that he plays the part of a virtuous character in the play. The performance of Kathakali is similar to … Continue reading →

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Kathakali Theater

Posted on June 23, 2014 by Rosemary
India: Kathakali actor applies make up using a hand mirror

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India, Kerala 2009 A principal actor applies the elaborate makeup of the Kathakali Theater. I have quite a few of these “mirror” shots. When I want a particular shot, I try to shoot as many as possible. Luckily, here I could move … Continue reading →

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