Khoria
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A women's dance and play held in the groom's home on the night the wedding party leaves, full of song, mimicry and fun.
FolkWhere: HaryanaOccasion: Weddings, on the night the baraat (groom's party) is away; also at Teej and other festivals
| Performed by | Women of the groom's family and village |
|---|---|
| Costume | Ghaghra, kurti and odhni; some women dress up as men or as other characters |
| Music and instruments | Songs sung by the women, with dholak and plates beaten as drums |
How it is performed
- After the men leave with the baraat, the women gather in the courtyard.
- They dance in turns in the centre while others sit around singing and clapping.
- Some women dress up and act out funny scenes about the wedding, in-laws and village life.
- The singing and play go on late into the night.
Significance
Khoria keeps the home lively and safe while the men are away and gives women a space to perform and joke freely.