2019
Theatre Tutorial
A drama training program for children with the help of Kerala Sangeetha Nataka Academy
2021
Mayajalakkam
Online Painting Exhibition
ABOUT POOKKAD KALALAYAM
Pookkad Yuvajana Kalalayam was formed on 30th August 1974 at Chemanchery of Kozhikode District in Kerala State and rechristened ‘Pookkad Kalalayam’. Kalalayam started with a handful of students has now blossomed to a large institution with thousands of students at Main centre at Pookkad and another centre at Ulliyeri. In addition to training in various art forms, Kalalayam extended its activities widely to include all section of the society by presenting dramas, forming Bala Bhavan, Ladies Forum, Youth Club, Childrens Theatre, Film Society, and Health Club. Thus began the great saga of Pookkad Kalalayam.
Founders
Padma Shri Guru Chemancheri Kunhiraman Nair
He is a widely respected nonagenarian teacher and practitioner of Kathakali and Classical Dance, despite his age he remains actively involved in stage performances. He is a great guru who embodies love and human values and his humility is deeply admired. He is a remarkable performer known for his exceptional skills. He has received numerous awards throughout his career including Padma Shri and Vyo Shrestha Award and he is the heart and soul of Cheliya Kathakali Vidyalayam.
Sri. Sukumaran Bhagavathar
Wellknown vocalist , Master of Harmonium vadan and a great musician at ease with a variety of musical instruments. His exceptional talent in performing the 'Jalatharamgam Kacheri' has garnered widespread praise. He is also a distinguished figure in the field of theater, recognized for his outstanding acting skills and expertise as a makeup artist. As a highly regarded music teacher, he has a large number of disciples. He has been honored with the prestigious Kerala Sangeetha Nataka Academy Award.
Sivadas Chemancheri
He is a renowned Tabla artist and teacher who attained mastery of the instrument at a remarkably early age. He has had the honor of accompanying esteemed musicians such as Dr. K.J. Yesudas, Jayachandran and Chitra. He spent a considerable amount of time collaborating with the celebrated Music Director G. Devarajan Master. Additionally, he has extensive knowledge and skill in playing the Mrudangam and Ganjira. Throughout the Malabar area, he has nurtured and mentored hundreds of disciples who have been inspired by his expertise. Sivadas Chemancheri received the Kerala Sangeetha Nataka Academy Guru Pooja Award.
POOKKAD KALALAYAM
Mile Stones
Since 1974
1974
ESTABLISHED ON 30TH AUGUST (Thiruvonam day)
1975
SHOW CASED FIRST DRAMA
1976
CONSTITUTED GENERAL BODY
1980
REGISTERED UNDER SOCIETY REGISTRATION ACT
1981
AFFILIATED TO
KERALA SANGEETHA NATAKA ACADEMY
1982
STARTED DRAWING AND PAINTING COMPETITION WHICH SUBSEQUENTLY NAMED AS VARNOTHSAVAM
1985
FORMED LITERARY FORUM
1985
CELEBRATED DECENARY FESTIVAL
1986
LAID FOUNDATION STONE FOR THE NEW BUILDING BY K.J JESUDAS
1991
INAUGURATED OWN BUILDING
1994
BEGAN FOLK LORE FESTIVAL SUBSEQUENTLY NAMED AS “GRAMEENAM”
1996
ESTABLISHED
ULLIYERI CENTRE OF KALALAYAM
1999
FORMED KALALAYAM BALA BHAVAN
SILVER JUBILEE CELEBRATIONS
2001
FORMED FILM SOCIETY
2005
AFFILIATED TO
KERALA FOLKLORE ACADEMY
2011
CONSTRUCTED PERMANENT STAGE, USING MP FUND OF SRI. MULLAPPALLY RAMACHANDRAN
2013
BEGAN “KALI AATTAM” (CHILDLRENS’ THEATRE FESTIVAL) FORMED WOMEN’S FORUM
2014
CELEBRATED RUBY JUBILEE
2016
FORMED YOUTH CLUB
2016
SUKRITHAM (T.P Damodaran Nair/Sukumaran Bhagavathar Jayanthi)
2017
Sargavani
Space from Auditorium (with the help of the state government)
2018
Sahasramayuram
1000 kalaalayam students danced on the beach at Kappad to celebrate World Dance Day
2023-24
Golden Jubilee celebrations
2024
Chimmanam Folk drama
Words of Wisdom
Pookkad Kalalayam is a model Centre of
arts & Culture of which the entire
Keralites (Malayalees) can take pride of.
I am very glad to note that I had the
opportunity to lay the foundation stone
of Pookkad Kalalayam new Building in
1986.
This sanctum sanctorum of art and
culture is the honour and pride of the
people around.
Pookkad Kalalayam is the honour and
pride of this region. No praise of
Pookkad Kalalayam would be too high in this context. My best wishes to the
promoters and the artistic community.
With the total support of the local
people Pookkad Kalalayam inspires
and fosters artistic talents and
aspirations of the community.
No doubt the history behind this great institution will inspire respect in everybody. I wish Pookkad Kalalayam may attain greater heights in its grand march forward ever.
In reality Pookkad Kalalayam is an
Informal University of Culture. All
my best wishes to Pookkad
Kalalayam.
I am extremely happy that Pookkad
Kalalayam is progressing well in esteem
and honour and wish the institution
many more success.
Forty long years of undying spirit in
persuit of art and the wonderful
achievements that contributed to the
originality of culture. I recollect with
reverence.
Pookkad Kalalayam has grown big
since my last visit few years ago.
Since then the involvement and spirit
of the people have multiplied. The
proclaimed mission of Pookkad
Kalalayam to foster and nourish our
glorious tradition in music and dance
is being steadfastly carried forward
beautifully.
To Protect and preserve our classical art forms and tradition this kind of
institutions are very essential. As a great movement carrying forward this noble mission I wish Pookkad Kalalayam many achievements up the ladder.
