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Kuchipudi
is the famous classical dance form of Andhra
Pradesh. Andhra
Natyam is a traditional dance form dating back to 2,000 years. It
was performed by Devadasis in temples as a form of worship. The
Perini Thandavam called
the 'Dance of Warriors' is a dance form usually performed by males. Tribal
dances contribute in equal measure to the artistic heritage of Andhra
Pradesh. Inhabited by many large tribes, Andhra Pradesh presents a rich
wealth of traditional folk and tribal dances. Classical theatre survives
only in some places of the state. Folk theatre can be seen in its regional
variants practically in every region. It has hordes of treasures in the
form of artistic dance forms, theatre performances, different local
festivals etc. ranging from the ballad singing 'Burrakatha' to the refined
classical form of 'Kuchipudi' dance.
Bathakamma, Gobbi,
Mathuri,
Dhamal, Dandaria,
Dappu, Vadhyam
are a few famous tribal folk arts. The dances of the Banjaras and the
Siddi tribes are also famous.