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Three Chhau dance forms, one stage: experience Seraikela, Kharsawan, and Manbhum Chhau at the Jharkhand Festival in DakshinaChitra Heritage Museum .Seraikela Chhau: Known for its intricately crafted small masks, the tradition tells stories where every emotion is conveyed through movement, echoing the Navarasas of the Natya Shastra.
Kharsawan Chhau: A form where it replaces mask with painted face & body, and dramatic martial art imbibed choreography. It follows Mayurbhanj Chhau style and adds tribal dance to it.
Manbhum Chhau (aka, Purulia Chhau): With its striking big masks, vibrant costumes, and powerful martial art imbibed acrobatic dance steps, this form draws on mythology and folk traditions.
🗓️ September 17–21
📍 Performance Area, DakshinaChitra Museum, ECR, Muttukadu
⏰ Show Timings: 11:30 AM, 12:30 PM, 3:30 PM & 4:30 PM
Alongside performances, explore artist-led workshops and visit stalls of Sabai grass craft (Jhargram, West Bengal) and Madhurkathi craft (Purba Medinipur, West Bengal).
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
DakshinaChitra Museum, East Coast Road, Muttukadu, Chinglepet District – 600 118, Chennai, India
