Tibetan Institute of Performing Arts

The Tibetan Institute of Performing Arts (TIPA) is a cultural organization dedicated to preserving and promoting Tibetan music, dance, theater, and traditional arts. Founded in 1959 in India, it serves as a hub for maintaining Tibet’s rich artistic heritage, especially for Tibetan communities in exile. TIPA trains performers, stages cultural programs, and records traditional arts to ensure they are passed down through generations. Its work helps keep Tibetan culture alive, vibrant, and accessible worldwide, fostering cultural identity and understanding beyond Tibet's borders.