What happens when traditional Xizang folk dance collides with urban hip-hop? Ask Wootsang Dance Crew, the trailblazing group turning Lhasa’s streets into a stage for cultural fusion. 🎶
Founded by Tenzin Jigme over two decades ago, this crew has mastered the art of blending ’guozhuang’ (traditional Xizang circle dance) with popping, locking, and breaking moves. Their secret sauce? \"We wear Tibetan robes while doing backflips,\" Tenzin laughs. 👘🔄
In 2022, Wootsang made history by snagging the Outstanding Street Dance Award at China’s Hip Hop Festival—the first crew from Xizang to do so. \"This wasn’t just a win for us, but for our entire culture’s voice,\" Tenzin tells NewspaperAmigo.
From temple festivals to TikTok trends, Wootsang’s viral routines are inspiring Gen Z to reconnect with roots—one moonwalk at a time. 🌕💃 \"Street dance is our passport,\" says Tenzin. \"It lets the world see Xizang’s soul through rhythm.\"
