| Established | 1955 |
|---|---|
| Affiliation | Government of Kerala |
| Vice-Chancellor | Puthur Achutha Menon |
Administrative staff | 20 |
| Location | , , |
| Campus | Irinjalakuda |
| Nickname | Kalanilayam |
| Website | http://www.kalanilayam.com/ |
Unnayi Warrier Smaraka Kalanilayam is a performing arts training institution in Irinjalakuda in Thrissur District of Kerala. The centre is affiliated with the Government of Kerala.[1]
History[edit | edit source]
The institution was established in 1955 in memory of Unnayi Variyar, renowned writer of Nalacharitham. It is governed by a body of 12 persons elected from the general council consisting of 102 life members.[citation needed] Former prime minister of Cochin Panampilly Govinda Menon inaugurated the centre.[2]
Courses and performances[edit | edit source]
The centre offers courses in Kathakali vesham, Kathakali music, Kathakali chenda, Kathakali maddalam, Kathakali chutty, Koppupani (crafting of accessories & other costumes), Classical music, Violin, Bharathanatyam, Mohiniattam and Kuchipudi.
Public performances are conducted on Republic Day, Independence Day, the third Thursday of every month, 6 October, 12 July and Navarathri.[3][4][5]
References[edit | edit source]
- ↑ "UNNAYI WARRIER SMARAKA KALANILAYAM". Kerala Tourism. Retrieved 27 May 2013.
- ↑ "Unnayi Warrier Smaraka Kalanilayam - About Kalanilayam". kalanilayam.com. 23 March 2019. Retrieved 23 March 2019.
- ↑ "Unnayi Warrier awards announced". The Hindu. 12 October 2004. Retrieved 27 May 2013.[dead link]
- ↑ "Kalanilayam takeover: feasibility study begins". The Hindu. 11 March 2004. Archived from the original on 14 April 2004. Retrieved 27 May 2013.
- ↑ "Percussion artiste finds his rhythm in his native soil". The Hindu. Retrieved 27 May 2013.
