The Rooted in Rhythm workshop in Chennai provided young learners with an exclusive opportunity to explore the folk dance forms of Oyillattam, Karagattam, and Thappattam. Led by the renowned folk artist Kannan Kumar, recipient of the Dronacharya Award 2021, the workshop aimed to deepen children’s understanding of folk dance and instill an appreciation for its cultural heritage. Kannan Kumar, with over 30 years of experience teaching folk dance to school students and impacting the lives of over 50,000 children, brought his expertise as a Deverattam exponent to create a remarkable learning experience. The workshop focused on fostering creativity, grace, and imagination through expressive movements, allowing participants to discover their own rhythm and develop a passion for folk dance. It aimed to ignite a lifelong love for this mesmerizing art form, inspiring children as custodians of their cultural traditions.

The participants presented their learning at The Mylapore Festival.