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Performing Arts of Himachal Pradesh

Performing Arts of Himachal PradeshIntroduction to the Performing Arts of Himachal Pradesh
Situated in the Northern part of India, Himachal Pradesh is a multilingual, multicultural and multi-religious state. Laced by the mighty Himalayan range, this state attracts numerous tourists for its charming snow peaks, meandering rivers and verdant valleys. While retaining its old-world charm, Himachal Pradesh has also progressed in the path of technology, keeping pace with the modern world. The culture of this state is reflected through various Performing Arts, like music, dance, and drama.

Music as a Performing Art in Himachal Pradesh:
Music, a type of Performing Arts in Himachal Pradesh mainly consists of folk songs accompanied by folk dance. Most of these folk songs are sung without the assistance of musical instrument. Music in Himachal Pradesh includes the following:


  • Jhoori :- This type of music mainly celebrates extra-marital affairs. This Performing Art in Himachal Pradesh consists of female dancers known as Jhoomer.

  • Laman :- This is another type of song which celebrates love. This is prevalent in Kulu, a region in Himachal.

  • Samskara :- This type of performing art is generally celebrated by women of some higher order. They are generally performed during festivals.

  • Ainchaliyan :- This is a religious Performing Art mainly sung at the bride’s house just before the marriage.

  • Chamba-Pangi :- This is another music sung by using string puppets by wandering musicians.

    Dance as a Performing Art in Himachal Pradesh: Reflecting the hilly breeze and the slow swaying of trees, Kinnauri Nati Dance is performed mainly as a mimic with some languid but abstract sequences. Deriving its name from Losai or the New Year Festival, this Performing Art in Himachal Pradesh reflects the actions involved in sowing and reaping.

    The Fairs and Festivals become venues for Performing Arts. Festivals like Lohri, Maghi, Lavi Fair, Mahu Nag Fair are integrally related to the culture and custom of Himachal and a Performer of music, dance or drama adds a new feather to the brightness of the Fairs and Festivals in Himachal.

    Come and enjoy the Himachal Performing Arts. They are rich in their own ways.

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