# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Kathakali
- **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 10 Nov, 2026 at 07:45 pm (+00:00)
- **Event Description**: Kathakali is a breathtaking blend of theatre, emotion, dance, drama, stunning costumes, beautiful makeup, and powerful storytelling that originated in Kerala, South India, around 500 years ago.

Kathakali tells stories that reflect human nature, family values, equality, the right of women to be safe and respected, and the eternal struggle between good and evil.

The Kala Chethena Kathakali Company make a welcome return to bring the incredible art of Kathakali back to Mayflower Studios this November.

Based in Southampton and Kerala, South India, the company was founded by Kathakali actor Kalamandalam Vijayakumar and Kathakali make-up specialist Kalamandalam Barbara Vijayakumar in 1987. These two Kathakali artists met whilst studying at the world-famous Kerala Kalamandalam – Kalamandalam Vijayakumar a student of acting and Kalamandalam Barbara a student of chutti make-up. Barbara graduated as the first female chutti make-up artist in the world!

The Kala Chethena Kathakali Company have toured many times in the UK and have welcomed over 250,000 people of all ages, abilities and cultural backgrounds into the magical world of Kathakali.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/southampton/kathakali/200030552794504
- **Event Categories**: art, theatre, performances, entertainment, storytelling
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 9

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Southampton
- **state**: EN
- **country**: United Kingdom
- **location**: 142-144 Above Bar Street, SO14 7DU Southampton, United Kingdom
- **lat**: 50.90766
- **long**: -1.40454
- **full address**: 142-144 Above Bar Street, SO14 7DU Southampton, United Kingdom, 142-144 Above Bar Street, Southampton, SO14 7, United Kingdom

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Kathakali being held?
  - **A:** Kathakali takes place on Tue, 10 Nov, 2026 at 07:45 pm to Tue, 10 Nov, 2026 at 07:45 pm at 142-144 Above Bar Street, SO14 7DU Southampton, United Kingdom, 142-144 Above Bar Street, Southampton, SO14 7, United Kingdom.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Kathakali?
  - **A:** Kathakali is organized by Mayflower Studios.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Kathakali is ideal for art lovers, collectors, creatives, and anyone inspired by visual arts, installations, and exhibitions. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Southampton, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Kathakali sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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