THE LEGACY OF THE KALARI

CRA’P Presentations 2026

Saturday, 30 May at 18:00 at CRA’P space

We remember the master Veerasree Sami Gurukkal, who dedicated his life to the transmission of Kalarippayattu that we do at CRA’P.

A great opportunity to discover kalarippayattu. There will be demonstrations by kalari practitioners. There will also be: a dance theatre performance of ‘Topeng’, with traditional Balinese masks, by Toni Cots, traditional dance from India Bharatanatyam by Samyukta Chillara, traditional dance from India Kathak by Núria Cabo, music violin by Akshay Gurumuthy Madapura, chant by Helena Minguet and Pol Puncernau. With the musical support of the percussionist Jordi Rallo. And an introductory open practice for those who want to experience the fundamentals of Kalaripayattu.

The Kalarippayattu of Kerala (India) is one of the most ancient martial art forms in the world. Through its very scientific physical discipline, it opens up the practitioner energy channels and pushes the boundaries of the body to become strong, flexible and focused – physically, mentally and spiritually; the reason why both theatre and dance artists and anyone interested practice it as a daily discipline. No physical condition or previous experience is necessary to practice.

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