| Role | Name | Function | |-------|-------|------------| | Lead Singer/Storyteller | Asaathan | Sings, acts out characters, plays the main bow. | | Co-singer (right side) | Pinnakkural | Repeats last lines, handles high-pitch responses. | | Rhythm Sticks player | Kudam | Plays two short sticks on a clay pot or wooden block. | | Secondary percussion | Thappu / Udukkai | Hourglass drum for varying tempo. | | Male Chorus | Sangam | Claps, interjects with “Amma / Aiyo” emotionally. | | Female Chorus (optional) | Pen Kural | Adds melody, backs mythological female roles. |
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Before radio and TV, the Villu Game was the main source of news, mythology, and social satire. Performers would compose instant verses about local events (weddings, disputes, harvests). 3. The Ensemble: Roles & Instruments A typical Villu Game troupe has 5 to 8 members. villu game