Tamasha Folk Dances of Maharashtra

Tamasha is one of the most important form of folk theater of Maharashtra. The word Tamasha is Persian and means fun or entertainment. This form is a blend of several different influences. Some scholars believe that this form of theater has been inspired by two forms of  Sanskrit  drama - the "Prahsana" and the "Bhana". This dance form developed in 16th century. The love songs ( Lavanis ) are the heart of Tamasha and are very popular. Instruments used  are  the  Dholki  drum,  "Tuntuni"  (a  single  string  instrument),  "Manjeera"  cymbals,  "Daf"  (a  tambourine-like instrument with a single leather surface), "Halgi"  (smaller Daf),  the metal triangle called "Kade"  the "Lejim"  (an instrument with a jangling sound), the Harmonium and "Ghunghroos" (ankle bells). Tamasha is associated with two of the communities of Maharashtra, they are Kolhati and Mahar. 

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