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A performance on a stage in a tented hall shows a man in a yellow kurta and maroon dhoti standing on a long horizontal pole, arms outstretched, with a flower-covered canopy of orange and white marigold garlands and brass lamps above his head. Below, about ten men in yellow turbans, yellow scarves and black skirts with white body markings hold the pole on their shoulders. Behind them, a drum and a deity murti on a draped table sit near a decorated yellow-and-red pillar. No a person identification is made from appearance here.

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A performer in a yellow shirt and maroon dhoti stands on a long wooden pole held aloft by a row of men in black skirts with yellow headcloths and white body markings. He holds his hands in anjali above a tall canopy of orange and white marigold garlands with brass lamps along its top. Behind them on a stage draped in black curtains, a small deity murti sits on a white-clothed altar with flower garlands. A drummer in green and another in red stand at the side, and a decorated yellow-and-red pillar hangs from the tent ceiling. The scene resembles a folk-style performance with a pole-balancing act.2009-06-15Indoor stage performance under a white tent canopy with a dark curtain backdrop and gold scalloped valance. A man in a yellow kurta with a blue sash and maroon dhoti stands on a horizontal pole held on the shoulders of about eight men in yellow turbans, yellow and gold tunics, black fringed skirts, and white face markings, with yellow and green sashes. The standing performer balances a tall kalasha-like structure wrapped in orange, white and green flower garlands on his head. Behind them, a deity murti adorned with a garland sits on a white-draped altar with smaller figures and flowers, and a large drum rests on the floor. A man in a red shirt and maroon dhoti watches at left, and a painted decorative pole hangs at upper right.2009-06-15A cultural performance on a stage in a tent-like hall with a dark drape backdrop and colourful striped pillars. A man in a yellow-and-orange patterned shirt and maroon shorts stands atop a wooden pole, arms outstretched, beneath a canopy of orange and white marigold garlands. Below, about a dozen performers in yellow headwear, black skirts and yellow sashes carry the pole on their shoulders in a procession-style act. A small deity murti sits on a pedestal at the back, and a drum rests on the stage. Audience members are visible at the bottom edge.2009-06-15A performer in a yellow shirt and red shorts balances on a long horizontal wooden pole held aloft on the shoulders of a line of men in black skirts, yellow head cloths and gold-patterned tops. A tall ceremonial pole topped with a bundle of orange, white and green flower garlands rises above him. Several drummers in green shirts and red trousers stand nearby, one playing a drum, and a bronze deity murti sits on a decorated altar against a black curtained stage. Colourful painted pillars frame the hall, and a few spectators are visible at the lower edge.2009-06-15June 15 20092009-06-15June 15 20092009-06-15June 15 20092009-06-15A cultural performance on a stage with a dark draped backdrop and a white tent ceiling. A performer in a yellow embroidered shirt, maroon shorts and an orange headband stands on a long wooden pole, arms outstretched, beneath a decorated canopy hung with orange and white flower garlands. Around twelve men in black dhotis or shorts, yellow headcloths and green sashes stand along the pole supporting it on their shoulders. A small deity murti and floral decoration sit on the stage at the back, with drums and a brass gong in front. Ceremonial dress and decorated pillars with elephant motifs frame the scene. Audience members are visible at the bottom edge.2009-06-15June 15 20092009-06-15June 15 20092009-06-15A photograph of a stage performance under a white tent. A performer in a yellow embellished shirt and orange head wrap stands on the shoulders of another performer, raising one arm, while supporting a tall, red-and-white flower-garlanded canopy frame topped with brass finials. Around them, drummers in green shirts carry drums, a performer in a red kurta stands at right, and a performer in a patterned top and yellow sash stands in front. A small deity murti garlanded with flowers sits on a pedestal in the background against a dark curtain, with a red and yellow backdrop behind it. The stage floor is pale with red border lines.2009-06-15A stage performance in an indoor hall with a dark maroon curtain backdrop and a small shrine with a deity murti on a platform. A central performer in a yellow embroidered tunic and maroon dhoti with a red headband stands on a raised wooden pole, beneath a flower-garlanded canopy of orange and white marigolds and bells. Around him, about a dozen performers in green, red and yellow costumes with yellow turbans and fabric sashes hold a long horizontal pole, and several crouch or kneel at the base. Some play drums and gongs. The scene resembles a folk-style acrobatic or ritual dance, with a projector screen at the right edge.2009-06-15