Note 206 — Chapter X
William Johnston translation
One of the favourite pieces of the people is the Pàvakali, or so-called buffoon dance. This word is compounded of Pàva and Kàli, the former of which signifies a merry-andrew, and the latter a play or dance. The comedies, in which dancing is always introduced, are called Nàdaca or Nadya. The dance is called Nadana; a comedian, Nàden, or Nàdaken; a female dancer, Nrtagui; and theatric singing, Gàna, or Guita. A.