OUR MISSION
Chaksam-pa is a non-profit organization founded in 1989 by former artists from the Tibetan Institute of Performing Arts (TIPA) in Dharamsala, India. Our mission is to share the unique art of Tibetan traditional opera, music and dance and to preserve Tibet’s artistic tradition.
WHO WE ARE
Chaksam-pa in Tibetan means “The Iron Bridge”. As performing artists, we are the artistic bridge between Tibetan performing arts and the global community to fulfill its mission. Chaksam-pa artists are among the most experienced in performing traditional Tibetan opera, music and dance. Chaksam-pa artists live in different parts of the United States and convene part-time to perform together few times a year and organize a week of lesson for the young generation of Tibetans in the U.S..
HOPE SUSTAINED IN EXILE…
Now in San Francisco, a small group of master performers have joined together to form Chaksam-pa, offering this unique art to a world audience in hopes of keeping it alive for another generation.
OUR GOALS…
Offering performances of Tibetan drama, music and dance, of the highest standard and the widest possible audience. Fostering the appreciation of Tibetan culture and drawing attention to its threatened survival.
Continuing the traditions by providing material support, training, summer camps and encouragement to young Tibetans. Recording and documenting performances in the Tibeatn refugee communites for preservation and study.
Initiating cultural exchange programs to explore the common language of performance with artists of other traditions. Our plan is to establish a Tibetan Performing Arts and Cultural Center as a focus for our activities in San Francisco.
YOUR SUPPORT IS OUR SURVIVAL…
Chaksam-pa depends on generous donations of individuals, and on volunteers who share their time and expertise with us. If you would like to help, learn moe about our organization, please email us.