The process of removing or altering traditional dress in the context of performance art can be seen as a form of expression and innovation. It allows performers to break away from conventional norms and explore new identities and narratives through their attire and dance style. This transformation can be symbolic, representing freedom, modernity, or a return to a more natural state.

: Tamil handloom, Kanjeevaram saree, Madisetti weaving, traditional saree making, cultural preservation.