- @Amrapali #img-anno http://www.thehindu.com/multimedia/dynamic/00147/20ytvizstory_GS613R_147674g.jpg {u'shapes': [{u'geometry': {u'y': 0.046632124352331605, u'x': 0.9571428571428572, u'width': 0.0174603174603174, u'height': 0.04145077720207253}, u'type': u'rect'}], u'src': u'http://www.thehindu.com/multimedia/dynamic/00147/20ytvizstory_GS613R_147674g.jpg', u'context': u'http://testapp.swtr.us/', u'comment': u'Dappu is known by different names in various parts of the state\u2014such as Tapetta in the coastal areas and Palaka in Guntur. Interestingly, this dance form derives its name from the melodiously rhythmic musical instrument Dappu. Unknown to many, this dance form has originated from a small district in Andhra Pradesh called Nizamabad and is well-known among the dances in the South. Made of goatskin, a tambourine-like drum is beaten with sticks creating a rhythm. The performers wear colorful and bright costumes accessorized by attractive finery. The dance is usually performed at festivals and other important events. This dance form has evolved through the ages and was once a popular folk dance practiced in the courts of the royalty. Dappu dancers can be seen accompanying all festive processions, jatras and competitions. Dappu is often performed in large groups, when dancers manage to create a soulful and sweet ambience through the melodious notes of their ankle bells. The songs sung during the performance are sometimes erotic and choric. Some of the common forms of rhythmic movements accompanying this dance form include Chaturasa, Mirsa, Trisra, Khandagati and Sankeema. All these rhythms are a conglomeration of seventeen different beats and make up an integral part of the dance.\nMythological themes are usually enacted and the audience are the rural'} created: Sat, 13 Sep 2014, 09:15 PM UTC