This film is a journey into the heart of Tibetan medical practice and explores what it has to offer to today’s Western medicine. Followed by a Conversation on Remedies for Happiness  with traditional Tibetan doctor Tsering Thakchoe and Mr. Sal Battaglia (Perfect Potion founder).

Dr Thakchoe explains the use of meditation, medicinal herbs, incantations, mantras and blessings still employed by traditional Tibetan practitioners to treat a variety of physical and psychological ailments. Sal Battaglia discusses his passion for the art of aromatherapy and shares his approach to creating a holistic way of life.

Visy Theatre Thurs 2nd Feb 7pm $15  Phone Box Office (07) 3358 8600 or click

Summer Pasture is an intimate glimpse into the experiences of a young Tibetan family struggling to reconcile their traditional way of life with a rapidly modernising world. Rigid government policies have forced many nomadic families into permanent settlement in towns and cities and, according to the nomads, the world has entered duegnan – ‘dark times’. This feature-length documentary chronicles one summer with the family amidst this period of great uncertainty.

Visy Theatre  Wed 1st Feb 7pm $15  Phone Box Office (07) 3358 8600 or click

In a journey into the world of Tibetan chants and ritual dances, the Monks of Tibet perform sacred rituals which embody the essence of secret tantric teachings. Tenzin Choegyal draws on his traditional Tibetan roots to create original and authentic musical compositions which uniquely express his cultural heritage. The Roaring Fire Choir of 50 voices with Tenzin, led by renowned musical director, Yani, presents an inspiring performance to complete a magical and moving evening of music.

Visy Theatre  Fri 3rd Feb 8pm $30 ($25con)   Phone Box Office (07) 3358 8600 or click

Part of the Afternoon Planet series presented by BEMAC and Powerhouse for the Festival of Tibet, this free concert features the ever-popular Tibet2Timbuk2 and friends on the Turbine Platform.

Turbine  Sat 4th Feb 5pm FREE

Tenzin Tsundue is an award winning author, poet and activist who resides in Dharamsala, India.  Named by the Indian edition of the fashion magazine Elle as one of India’s 50 ‘most stylish people of 2002’. He has published three books, his writings winning the Outlook-Picador Award for Non-Fiction in 2001. The charismatic Tenzin Tsundue has been wearing his red headband for eight years and pledges not to remove it until Tibet is free.

Visy Theatre  Sat 4th Feb 8pm $30 ($25con)   Phone Box Office (07) 3358 8600 or click

February 5th 5pm – 7pm

Dva Raga Space

Do you have a taste for the exotic but can’t afford a world trip? That’s ok. We’re bringing the world to you. Join Dva (Linsey Pollak and Tunji Beier) as they host our first Planet of 2011, they will be joined by Taro Terahara and Shen Flindell.

Taro Terahara is great command of sur (tuning) and lay (timing), with the ability to compose innovative taans and tihais on the spur of the moment. His music both engages the mind and touches the heart.

Shen Flindell has grown to become one of Australia’s leading tabla players, and is also very active in the thriving Indian music community of Japan. He is best known for his beautiful sound and supportive accompaniment. They both to take you on a spiritual journey to start the year.

Click below for Sydney Festival of TIBET program.

Festival of TIBET 19th – 21st Feb 2010
Leichhardt Town Hall, Sydney
107 Norton St. Leichhardt NSW

Brisbane Festival of TIBET was a GREAT one thank you to all who came and made it an amazing  Festival… Please click the above to Sydney details.

FESTIVAL OF TIBET – a five-day festival that will engage the senses in a celebration of the unique music and sacred arts of Tibet. The Tashi Lhunpo Monks of Tibet will create a stunning medicine Buddha SAND MANDALA and renowned artist Karma Phuntsok will exhibit his cutting edge contemporary Tibetan Paintings. A Discussion Panel featuring prominent environmentalists on “Climate change on the roof of the world: Why Tibet matters” will allow a stimulating exchange on the importance of protecting Tibet’s fragile environment. Kuzho Lama Geshe Tashi Tsering will give a public talk on ‘Seed of Compassion: The Art of Happiness.’ Each evening concludes with a different themed concert featuring Tenzin Choegyal, Tashi Lhunpo Monks of TIBET, The Australian Voices (prominent choral group), Trikaya (The Tibetan Book of the Dead) and Camerata of St John’s (string orchestra).

You will have the opportunity to join in a number of workshops throughout the festival. Paint your own Buddha with Karma Phuntsok, Tibetan Healing Mantra, Sound Healing, Tibetan Ritual Dance, Why Tibet? Grassroots Workshop and the Art of the Sand Mandala.

Please join us to celebrate this Festival of Tibet.

Click below for Sydney Festival of TIBET program.

Festival of TIBET 19th – 21st Feb 2010
Leichhardt Town Hall, Sydney
107 Norton St. Leichhardt NSW

please click the links to print your 2011 festival guides.

Schedule of the Festival Program

POSTER of the Festival

Post Card of the Festival

Mantra healing Workshop with Tenzin and the monks

(11:30 am to 12:30 pm)
FREE Tibetan Ritual Dance workshop with the monks(1:30 pm to 2:30 pm)
FREE

Sand Mandala Workshop with the monks

(3:30 pm to 4:30 pm)
FREE …in the between
Meditations and Illuminations on the ‘Tibetan Book of the Dead’(7:30pm)
$30 (Conc $25) Fri
29 Jan Tibetan Painting Workshop with Karma(10:00 am – 11am)
$25 (Conc $15)

Healing Sounds Workshop

(11:30 am to 12:30 pm)
$25 (Conc $15) Mantra Healing Workshop with Tenzin Choegyal and Tashi Lhunpo Monks(1:30 pm to 2:30 pm)
FREE

Tibetan Painting Workshop with Karma

(3:30 pm to 4:30 pm)
$25 (Conc $15) Mystical Tibet Concert
Camarata of St John’s, Tashi Lhunpo Monks of TIBET and Tenzin Choegyal(7:30pm)
$30 (Conc $25) Sat 30 Jan Calming One’s Mind with Tashi Lhunpo Monks Meditation Workshop(10:00 am to 11:00 am)
FREE

“Why Tibet?” Grassroots Workshop with Dr Simon Bradshaw

(11.30am – 12.30pm)
FREE Panel Discussion
Tibet Roof of the World – Cimate Change(1:30 pm to 3:00 pm)
FREE

Public Talk:
By Kuzho Lama Tashi Tsering: “Compassionate Mind: Path to Happiness”

(3:30pm to 4:30 pm)
FREE Healing Mantra Concert
Australian Voices, Tenzin Choegyal & Tashi Lhunpo Monks of TIBET(7.30pm)
$30 (Conc $25) Sun 31 Jan Calming One’s Mind with Tashi Lhunpo Monks Meditation Workshop(10:00 am to 11:00 am)
FREE

Sand Mandala Workshop

(11.30 am to 12:30 pm)
FREE Tibetan Ritual Dance workshop with TL monks(1:30 pm to 2:30 pm)
FREE

Dissolution of sand Mandala with Kuzho Lama Tashi Tsering and Tashi Lhunpo monks

(3:30pm to 4:30 pm)
FREE

For tickets (including Festival package deals) and info Please call Box Office (07) 3358 8600 or visit www.brisbanepowerhouse.org or www.tenzinchoegyal.com

Proceeds to Tibetan Children’s Village in Dharamsala, India.

“From the day we became refugees, our basic objective was to rise to the very place from where we have fallen down.” – H.H. the Dalai Lama

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