‘Theyyam', is a method of worship performed in the form of dance. It is also performed during the 'Kaliyattam festival'.
It is a popular tradition of thousands of years old based on dance prayer performed in temples of South India, especially Kerala and Karnataka.
Theyyam is usually performed by men during the Kaliyattam festival. It has different types depending on different places. This festival is dedicated to Goddess Bhadrakali.
Theyyam incorporates aspects of tribal and primitive religion through the worship of deities, warriors, tribal gods and Muslim characters based on ancient fables.
During the performance artists do a lot of adornment and wear royal clothes and jewellery.