3 Best Performing Arts Venues in Kerala, India

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Cochin Cultural Centre

Kathakali performances in the air-conditioned room of the Cochin Cultural Centre start daily at 6 pm, though you should arrive an hour before the show to see makeup being applied.

Behind No. 18 Hotel, K.B. Jacob Rd., Fort Kochi, 682001, India
484-235--6366
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Rate Includes: Rs. 500

Kerala Kathakali Centre

This is a pleasant outdoor venue, where makeup starts at 5 pm and Kathakali shows follow at 6 pm daily. Indian classical dance classes are held on Saturday beginning at 8 pm. There are also martial arts shows, yoga, and meditation classes.
Near Santa Cruz Basilica, KB Jacob Rd., Fort Kochi, 682001, India
484-221–5827
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Rate Includes: Rs. 350

Kerala Lalita Kala Akademi Gallery

The former home of the Parishith Thampuran Museum now houses the Kerala Lalita Kala Akademi Gallery. There's not much here by way of explanation, but the traditional tile-roof building is cool and airy, and the interesting collection features contemporary works by Indian artists.

D.H. Rd., Ernakulam, 682016, India
484-236–7748
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Rate Includes: Free, Mon.–Sat. 11–7, Closed Mon.

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