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Yakshagana( ಯಕ್ಷಗಾನ ) is a popular traditional theatre form developed in coastal part of Karnataka.It also has significant presence in Malenadu and Bayaluseeme region of Karnataka. The word Yakshagana means the song of Yaksha in Kannada. It is believed that ,Yakshagana was started during the Bhakti movement. In 13th century, a Sage named Narahari ThirthaContinue reading “Yakshagana”