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Kerala Kalamandalam

, established in 1930 by the renowned poet Vallathol Narayana Menon and his associate Manakkulam Mukunda Raja, is India's premier public institution for the preservation and promotion of Kerala's traditional performing arts. Located on the banks of the Bharathapuzha River in Cheruthuruthy, Thrissur, it has been a Deemed University for Art and Culture since 2007. 

Academic Programs & Admission (2025-26)

The university follows the traditional Gurukula Sampradaya (residential training system). 

  • Art Forms: Training is provided in Kathakali, Mohiniyattam, Koodiyattam, Thullal, Bharatanatyam, Kuchipudi, and various percussion instruments like Chenda, Maddalam, and Mridangam.
  • Courses: Offers BA and MA in Performing Arts, Diploma, PG Diploma, and PhD programs.
  • Admission 2025: Applications for the 2025-26 session were active through December 15, 2025. The selection process typically involves a written entrance exam and a practical performance assessment. 

Tourism: "A Day with the Masters"

Kalamandalam is a popular cultural destination that offers a guided tour project in association with Kerala Tourism. 

  • Highlights: Visitors can observe live classes (Kalaries), visit the traditional temple theatre (Koothambalam), and explore the costume gallery.
  • Timing Note: The institution is typically closed for visitors during April and May. 

Leadership (2025)

  • Chancellor: Mallika Sarabhai.
  • Vice-Chancellor: Prof. B. Ananthakrishnan, who assumed the role in October 2023. 

Official Links

Here are the contact details for 

Kerala Kalamandalam

, located in Cheruthuruthy, Thrissur district, Kerala. 

General Contact Information

Service/Department 

Contact Number

Email Address

General Enquiry

+91-4884-262418

info@kalamandalam.ac.in

Registrar's Office

+91-4884-262562

registrar@kalamandalam.ac.in

Tourism/Visitor Programs

+91-4884-262305

heritagevisit@kalamandalam.ac.in

Vice-Chancellor's Office

+91-8330852562

vc@kalamandalam.ac.in

Nila Campus

+91-4884-262485

 

Postal Address

Kerala Kalamandalam Deemed University for Art and Culture
Vallathol Nagar, Cheruthuruthy P.O.
Thrissur District, Pin: 679 531
Kerala, India 

Operating Hours

  • Monday to Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Sunday: Closed

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