The Tibetan Institute for the Performing Arts (TIPA)
Foundation of TIPA indicates the extent to which the Dalai Lama was keen to preserve Tibetan culture. At the time when the Dalai Lama, along with 80,000 other Tibetans landed in India, not even few amongst them thought about saving the traditional theatre of their lost country. This was ofcourse barring the Dalai Lama. He insisted on establishing TIPA so as to make sure that the traditional opera did not loose its identity in the world. So within four months TIPA came into existence.
Today, TIPA is a prime attraction for tourists coming to Mc Leodganj. The ten day annual Shoton Festival is the highlight of this institute. Performances take place in an open courtyard and announcement regarding these are made on the bulletin boards. Even during the time of the year when there are no performances taking place, you can enjoy the rehearsals of the students (mostly Tibetans).
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