• Dr. M. Subbiah

This research article delves into the integration of modern acting theories within the context of Therukkoothu, a traditional theatre art form of Tamil Nadu. By exploring the application of acting methodologies such as Bertolt Brecht’s Epic Theatre Acting, Samuel Beckett’s Absurdist Acting, Mayerhold’s Biomechanism Acting, Meisner’s Acting, Grotowski’s Acting, and Stanislavsky’s Method Acting, this study aims to examine the impact on the aesthetics, storytelling, and cultural significance of Therukkoothu. Through a comparative analysis, the article seeks to identify the strengths and challenges associated with merging these modern acting theories with the ancient art form, ensuring a balanced preservation of its cultural heritage while ushering in contemporary relevance.

Therukkoothu, traditional theatre, modern acting theories, Stanislavski Method, Meisner Acting, Grotowski Poor Theatre, Mayerhold Biomechanics, Indian theatre, cultural adaptation, audience engagement, emotional authenticity, intellectual engagement, character development, cultural preservation, theatrical evolution, actor training, expressiveness, physicality, cultural sensitivity, tradition, innovation, contemporary audiences, performance aesthetics, narrative transformation.

"TRADITION AND TRANSFORMATION: THERUKKOOTHU AND MODERN ACTING THEORIES", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.9, Issue 5, page no.l496-l510, May 2022, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2205C71.pdf

"TRADITION AND TRANSFORMATION: THERUKKOOTHU AND MODERN ACTING THEORIES", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.9, Issue 5, page no. ppl496-l510, May 2022, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2205C71.pdf