The repertoire of Mohiniyattam usually includes five different dance pieces. A performance begins with a Cholkettu, consisting of stylised rhythmic syllables in tune with raga and the danseuse with pure dance patterns appropriate to it. It is followed by a Jatisvaram, which consists mainly of pure body movement and excludes theatrical elements. In the Varnam the dancer changes between pure dance (Nritta) and an explanatory dance with facial expressions and gestures (Nritya). Following this, Padam focuses on the theatrical aspect, and the telling of stories with the help of mudras. At the end the dancers show their full ability with a Tillana. It is danced (in contrast to the Padam) to fast music and is characterized by complex foot and body work as well as Nritta.