Tibet's most popular singer, DaDon, will also perform. A specialist in Tibetan Buddhism studies will introduce performers and provide background. Because of almost 50 years of Chinese occupation, much of the survival of Tibet's culture remains with its refugees. Hopefully, when Tibet regains its independence, these people can go back and rebuild their country. The Connecticut residents include Jorden of Torrington, Tsondue of Clinton, Choedar of West Haven, DaDon of Middletown, Shingsur and Yangzom of Old Saybrook, and Tenzin of Stratford.
Admission is free.
ICR's Connecticut Cultural Heritage Arts Program works with communities throughout the state to identify, document, and present traditional arts and artists. The festival and exhibit are supported by the National Endowment for the Arts' Folk and Traditional Arts Program, the Lila Wallace-Reader's Digest Community Folklife Program, The Connecticut Commission on the Arts and the Connecticut Humanities Council.