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Time of India
27-06-2025
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- Time of India
Yakshamangal Award honours contributors to Yakshagana
Mangaluru: The Yakshamangal Award ceremony held on Friday, presented awards to Ramananda Banari, Prof ML Samaga, and Siddakatte Sadashiva Shettigar for their contributions to Yakshagana. Addressing the gathering, Dr Talluru Shivaram Shetty, chairman of the Karnataka Yakshagana Academy, emphasised the importance of preserving the tradition of Yakshagana. He noted that while many traditional arts face challenges due to neglect by the new generation, Yakshagana is thriving due to the interest and support of professionals such as engineers, doctors, and teachers. He urged educated individuals to not only preserve the tradition but also bring creativity to the art form. The Yakshamangal Award for 2024-25 was presented to Banari and Samaga for their contributions to the study and promotion of Yakshagana. Shettigar was recognised for his artistic contributions, particularly in the realm of 'Bannada Vesha' (colourful costumes). Ashoka Hasyagara's book 'Dasharopakagala Dashavatara' was awarded the best book on Yakshagana. Prof K Chinnappa Gowda praised the awardees for their contributions to Yakshagana. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Trekking pants for mountain sports and adventure travel Trek Kit India Shop Now Undo Mangalore University registrar Raju Mogaveera emphasised the need to introduce Yakshagana in various universities across the state. Vice-chancellor PL Dharma presided over the ceremony and highlighted the unique qualities of Yakshagana that bring people together. YKM director Dhananjaya Kumble made introductory remarks. The ceremony included Yakshagana performances, including a 'Ganapati Kautuka' (a traditional prelude) and a rendition of 'Abhinandana Geeta' (a song of appreciation) composed by Deevith Sridhar Kotian. The event concluded with a vote of thanks by Sathish Konaje, research officer of the Yakshagana Study Centre.
The Hindu
27-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
‘Professionals should bring creativity to Yakshagana'
Engineers, doctors and other professionals who have been supporting yakshagana, should strive to bring creativity to the art form, said chairman of Karnataka Yakshagana Academy Tallur Shivaram Shetty in Mangaluru on Friday. Speaking at the Yakshamangala award presentation programme of P. Dayanand Pai and P. Satish Pai Yakshagana Study Centre at Mangalore University, Mr. Shetty said many traditional art forms were facing challenges due to neglect by younger generation. But yakshagana was thriving because of interest and support of engineers, doctors, teachers, and other professionals. Educated individuals should not only preserve tradition, but also bring creativity to the art form. The Yakshamangala award was presented to yakshagana scholars Ramananda Banari and M.L. Samaga. Another awardee, Siddakatte Sadashiva Shettigar, who was unwell, could not attend the function. The Yakshamangala Book Award was presented to Ashoka Hasyagara of Sirsi for his Kannada book Dasharupakagala Dashavatara. Accepting the award, Mr. Banari said he was honoured that a person from Kasaragod, Kerala, was recognised for the award. Stating that Kasaragod was a true Kannada land, Mr. Banari expressed the need for more representation from Kasaragod in Karnataka's academies and other awards. Former Vice-Chancellor of Karnataka Folklore University K. Chinnappa Gowda, Mangalore University Registrar Raju Mogaveera, University Vice-Chancellor P.L. Dharma and Yakshagana Adhyayana Kendra Director Dhananjaya Kumble also spoke. The ceremony had yakshagana feel all through. There was 'Ganapati Kautuka', a traditional prelude to yakshagana. During felicitation of awardees, there was rendition of 'Abhinandana Geeta', a song in appreciation of awardees, in yakshagana style. These songs were composed by Deevith Sridhar Kotian.
Hans India
02-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Hans India
Balancing tradition and modernity, Yakshagana faces new challenges
Udupi: The classical art form of Yakshagana, once preserved and nurtured mainly by traditional artists with deep devotion, is now seeing a positive transformation with professionals such as doctors, engineers, and teachers—many highly educated—joining its fold. This development was welcomed by experts but has also raised concerns about the art form moving beyond its traditional boundaries. Dr. Talluru Shivaram Shetty, President of the Karnataka Yakshagana Academy, emphasized that amid this transitional phase, it is the responsibility of Yakshagana artists to safeguard the dignity and heritage of the art. He spoke at a special gathering of Yakshagana artists held on Saturday at the Udupi Yakshagana Kalarang on the occasion of the institution's golden jubilee celebrations. The event was organized in collaboration with the Karnataka Yakshagana Academy, Bengaluru. Dr. Shetty highlighted the academy's ongoing efforts to promote Yakshagana not only along the coastal region but across various districts in Karnataka, other states, and even internationally. He pointed out that the academy can only address artists' demands if they remain within the accepted framework of Yakshagana. He urged artists to recognize that the academy has introduced a policy to award senior, retired, or physically challenged artists without requiring formal applications. This initiative has already been implemented in two recent award ceremonies where the academy proactively identified and honoured deserving artists. 'Our mission is the holistic welfare and growth of Yakshagana artists. For this, the cooperation and constructive feedback from the artists themselves are crucial,' Dr. Shetty stated. He also lauded the Udupi Yakshagana Kalarang for its dedicated work in the field and its efforts to support financially weaker artists, including providing housing assistance. He singled out the Kalarang's secretary, Murali Kadekar, for his selfless service, expressing hope that the institution would grow further and continue its support to the Yakshagana community. Speaking at the event, entrepreneur Gopal C. Bogere praised the academy's recent initiatives under Dr. Shetty's leadership. He noted the judicious use of government grants for meaningful activities such as children's Yakshagana programs, training camps, and cultural dialogues. The event was attended by prominent personalities, including M. Gogadhara Rao (President, Yakshagana Kalarang), Murali Kadekar (Secretary), Vice Presidents S.V. Bhat, Prof. Sadashiva Rao, Narayana M. Hegde, and V.G. Shetty. The academy's Registrar, Namratha N. welcomed the gathering, and member Satish Adapa proposed the vote of thanks. The formal proceedings were followed by a stirring Yakshagana performance titled 'Seethapaharanam – Jatayuvadha' by the troupe from Madhava Matru Gramam Koodiyattam Gurukulam, Thrissur, Kerala. The day concluded with a panel discussion on the theme 'Should Art be a Full-Time Profession or a Part-Time Vocation?' The program also featured a free medical check-up for artists, organised by KMC Manipal.
The Hindu
31-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
Yakshagana Kalaranga of Udupi honours 50 artists above 70 years with Suvarna Puraskar
Chairman of Karnataka Yakshagana Academy Talluru Shivarama Shetty on Saturday asked Yakshagana artists to ensure that there were no aberrations in the performances. The artists should uphold the tradition of the art form, he said. He was addressing the artists at a programme organised by Yakshagana Kalaranga of Udupi to felicitate 50 Yakshagana artists who were aged above 70, on the occasion of the Kalaranga celebrating its golden jubilee. Mr. Shetty said that the academy has been receiving letters from Yakshagana fans that the academy should intervene as the trend of many artists deviating from the tradition, especially by going out of context in the delivery of dialogues, is increasing. Yakshagana's tradition should be maintained within its framework. The chairman said that artists have the responsibility of saving Yakshagana in its true form and pass on the tradition to future generations. The Kalaranga honoured each of the 50 senior artists with its Yakshagana Kalaranga Suvarna Puraskar with a purse of ₹50,000 to each. At a session on the topic 'Whether Yakshagana should continue as a full-time profession or a part-time job' organised on the occasion, senior Yakshagana artist Kondadakuli Ramachandra Hegde said that none can stop amateur and part-time performers from performing in Yakshagana. Many debates held on the topic at various platforms earlier did not arrive at any conclusion, Mr. Hegde said. He said that a day might come when there may not be any full-time performers. Another senior artiste Permude Jayaprakash Shetty said that part-time performers can not do justice to the art form in its true sense. If Yakshagana is to sustain in its true form an artist will have to be a full-time performer, he said. Artists of Madhava Matru Gramam Koodiyattam Gurukulam, Thrissur, Kerala presented a Koodiyattam show. Kasturba Medical College, Manipal conducted a free health check up for Yakshagana artists. Seer of Puthige Mutt Sugunendra Tirtha, seer of Pejawar Mutt Vishwaprasanna Tirtha, Yashpal Suvarna, Kiran Kumar Kodgi, MLAs, secretary of the Kalaranga Murali Kadekar and president of the Kalaranga M. Gangadhar Rao participated.
Hans India
31-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hans India
Udupi: Balancing Tradition and Modernity, Yakshagana Faces New Challenges
Udupi: The classical art form of Yakshagana, once preserved and nurtured mainly by traditional artists with deep devotion, is now seeing a positive transformation with professionals such as doctors, engineers, and teachers—many highly educated—joining its fold. This development was welcomed by experts but has also raised concerns about the art form moving beyond its traditional boundaries. Dr. Talluru Shivaram Shetty, President of the Karnataka Yakshagana Academy, emphasized that amid this transitional phase, it is the responsibility of Yakshagana artists to safeguard the dignity and heritage of the art. He spoke at a special gathering of Yakshagana artists held on Saturday at the Udupi Yakshagana Kalarang on the occasion of the institution's golden jubilee celebrations. The event was organized in collaboration with the Karnataka Yakshagana Academy, Bengaluru. Dr. Shetty highlighted the academy's ongoing efforts to promote Yakshagana not only along the coastal region but across various districts in Karnataka, other states, and even internationally. He pointed out that the academy can only address artists' demands if they remain within the accepted framework of Yakshagana. He urged artists to recognize that the academy has introduced a policy to award senior, retired, or physically challenged artists without requiring formal applications. This initiative has already been implemented in two recent award ceremonies where the academy proactively identified and honoured deserving artists. 'Our mission is the holistic welfare and growth of Yakshagana artists. For this, the cooperation and constructive feedback from the artists themselves are crucial,' Dr. Shetty stated. He also lauded the Udupi Yakshagana Kalarang for its dedicated work in the field and its efforts to support financially weaker artists, including providing housing assistance. He singled out the Kalarang's secretary, Murali Kadekar, for his selfless service, expressing hope that the institution would grow further and continue its support to the Yakshagana community. Speaking at the event, entrepreneur Gopal C. Bogere praised the academy's recent initiatives under Dr. Shetty's leadership. He noted the judicious use of government grants for meaningful activities such as children's Yakshagana programs, training camps, and cultural dialogues. The event was attended by prominent personalities, including M. Gogadhara Rao (President, Yakshagana Kalarang), Murali Kadekar (Secretary), Vice Presidents S.V. Bhat, Prof. Sadashiva Rao, Narayana M. Hegde, and V.G. Shetty. The academy's Registrar, Namratha N. welcomed the gathering, and member Satish Adapa proposed the vote of thanks. The formal proceedings were followed by a stirring Yakshagana performance titled 'Seethapaharanam – Jatayuvadha' by the troupe from Madhava Matru Gramam Koodiyattam Gurukulam, Thrissur, Kerala. The day concluded with a panel discussion on the theme 'Should Art be a Full-Time Profession or a Part-Time Vocation?' The program also featured a free medical check-up for artists, organised by KMC Manipal.
