Perini Sivatandavam

Nataraja Ramakrishna revived the art form by studying old manuscripts and sculptures at Ramappa Temple.

The dance form is mentioned in the Sanskrit text Nrttya Ratnavali of Jayapa Senani.

[4] Based on its complex parts and myths, it is believed that the dance form developed for a long time prior to it.

[5] It is believed that this dance form invokes 'Prerana' (inspiration) and is dedicated to supreme dancer, Lord Shiva.

One can find evidence of this dance in the sculptures near Garbha Gudi (Sanctum Sanctorum) of the Ramappa Temple at Warangal.

Tandavam Scene
Perini dance performance during the cultural celebrations organized by Department of Language and Culture, Government of Telangana on December 15, 2019 during the inauguration of Mahathi Auditorium, Gajwel.