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Shen Yun Receives a Hearty Welcome in the Heart of the Deep South
Big hearts and deep feelings—the American South is known for both. So when Shen Yun Performing Arts came to Mobile, Alabama, on Feb. 11, 2020, attorney and law firm owner Joseph Kulakowski recognized important aspects of the performance that led him to one very important theory about the fate of the heartfelt and profound traditional Chinese culture. "[Shen […]
Former Lt. Governor of Wisconsin Calls Shen Yun an Outstanding Performance
A former news anchor attended Shen Yun Performing Arts with her daughter, Violet, on Feb. 2, 2020, and praised the performance for its artistic and educational value.
In a World of Light Versus Dark, Foundation Head Says Shen Yun Is the Light
Chuck Theusch had read plenty about Shen Yun Performing Arts before he came to see one of the performances. The popular classical Chinese dance performance has certainly generated buzz, with reviews abounding online. Reading about it made Theusch interested in what themes would be in the show. After attending a performance at the Miller High Life Theatre in […]
Shen Yun an Exciting, Stunning Cultural Experience for Music Dept. Chair
Norah Duncan IV is professor and chairman of the Music Department at Wayne State University in Detroit. He attended Shen Yun Performing Arts World Company's matinee performance at the Detroit Opera House on Jan. 25. "Oh it was absolutely stunning, really, I've never seen anything like this … I've never seen anything that expresses a culture the […]
Without Shen Yun, It Would Be 'A Huge Loss for Mankind'
Having witnessed beautiful scenes during Shen Yun Performing Arts' first performance on its Midwest tour, members of the audience said they were at a loss to learn that the traditional Chinese music and dance company cannot perform in Mainland China. Located in New York, Shen Yun's mission is to revive the essence of traditional Chinese culture that was […]
Former Consul General: Shen Yun Artists Are the Real Ambassadors of Chinese Culture
Italy's former consul general to Canada, Tullio Guma, attended Shen Yun in Mississauga on Jan. 12. His response to the classical Chinese dance performance was stellar and included insights from his career as an Italian diplomat. "First of all, congratulations," he said, as a tip of the hat to New York-based Shen Yun, "and keep […]
History Professor: Shen Yun Is 'Exquisite, a Joy'
"Every single time I see [Shen Yun], to me at least, it is a joy in the broadest sense of the word," said Jacob Kovalio, associate professor at Carleton University. "Joy, artistically, of course, visually—no question about that—colorfully."
Shen Yun Was a Revival of the Senses for the Mayor of Heath in Texas
Artist Gloria Hood and retired physician David Watson both thought Shen Yun was very eye-catching. "It was like a piece of art, it was beautiful. I'm a color artist and I loved the colors of every costume, everything, the movement, it was just all a masterpiece, it was a piece of art, it was beautiful," the painter said.
Acclaimed Composer Fascinated and Moved By Shen Yun's Orchestra
Boris Brott is one of Canada's most internationally recognized composers, and an acknowledged luminary of orchestral music in Canada. He is the founder of the National Academy Orchestra of Canada and the Brott Music Festival. "I enjoyed it thoroughly," said Boris Brott Acclaimed Composer. "The idea of combining ancient instruments, Chinese instruments, and modern classical instruments is […]
CEO Says Shen Yun Is Beauty With a Soul
Shen Yun performed a few years ago in Zurich, and returned this 2019 season for new eight performances. Company CEO Andi Tonazzi attended the show at Theater 11 Zürich on April 13, and thoroughly enjoyed the spirituality conveyed through the stories and songs presented by Shen Yun. "Absolutely beautiful! It was inspiring, moving, colorful, melodious […]
Czech Politician and Composer: Shen Yun is 'Very Deep'
Czech politician and composer Michael Kocáb saw Shen Yun Performing Arts at the Eventim Apollo in London on April 27. He said he could hardly believe the technique of the dancers. "And of course, I love how colorful the show is in a way we as Europeans are not familiar with," said Kocáb. "The wonderful […]
Taiwanese Government Officials Appreciate the Culture Presented by Shen Yun
For two days at the northern Taiwanese city of Keelung, some of the local government officials had done one thing in common—taking time out from their work to enjoy a performance by the New York-based Shen Yun Performing Arts. Four political dignitaries made their appraisal of Shen Yun public. Among them was the city's mayor […]
Taiwan's Former Premier Says 'It's Definitely Worthwhile to See Shen Yun'
Former Premier of Taiwan, William Lai Ching-te, said "it's definitely worthwhile to see the show," after he attended the splendid performance presented by Shen Yun Performing Arts World Company at the Tainan Cultural Center Performing Hall on the evening of April 28. "It [Shen Yun] creates an all-new program every year, and the spiritual level […]
Shen Yun Impresses in Berlin
Eight of the nine performances in Berlin at the Deutsche Oper Berlin and the Potsdamer Platz were sold out from March 15 to 23. Axel Retz, a well-known journalist, was astounded that Shen Yun not only touched historical times, but also brought the audience back to the present. "That was fantastic. You can really tell […]
Shen Yun 'Inspires Hope and Humanity'
The voices of Shen Yun's bel canto singers filled the air, resonating through the auditorium. Daniel Forbes, who advises architects and designers in acoustics, felt the power of Shen Yun's singers as he sat in the front row of Shen Yun Performing Arts. "It was something else being there," he said, after watching the performance […]
London Audiences See Spark of the Divine in Shen Yun
Dazzling colors, outstanding dance techniques, and a live orchestra that blends east and west, London audiences have described Shen Yun as a spectacle. "Very good. The show is all I expected it to be and more. It's spectacular," said Owner Richard Bednall. "It's very interesting in terms of the history and the historical aspect which I hadn't realized, and obviously […]
Shen Yun's Deeper Messages 'Enough to Melt the Heart'
For John Robert Broomfield, Shen Yun's many different vignettes were surprising, as were the dancers' "immaculate costumes." But what really surprised the retired president of a management consultancy firm was the performance's underlying message. Speaking after the matinee performance at London's Eventim Apollo on April 27, Broomfield said this message was "very clear" and that he […]
Audience Members Praise Shen Yun in Los Angeles
"Absolutely loved" was how Shelley Klipp described Shen Yun after seeing the performance on April 13. "I loved it. I absolutely loved it," said Shelley Klipp, director of administration and finance. "I was surprised, I didn't know it involved … I knew it involved history, but I didn't know where it was gonna go, the way that it […]
Dance Studio Owner Sees Shen Yun, 'I Feel Like I'm in Heaven'
Seeing Shen Yun Performing Arts dancers execute one effortless move after another, dance studio owner Shiva Bagheri was on the edge of her seat, stunned and amazed. "It's awesome," she said of the elegant feats. "These women are so awesome, these men are so strong, and they make it look so effortless." Without a dance […]
France Audiences Find Theme of Resilience at Shen Yun Uplifting
Classical Chinese dance and music company Shen Yun Performing Arts arrived in Aix-en-Provence, where the show has been sold out for several months already. After watching Shen Yun on April 6, the audience said that the movements on stage created a unique experience and a palpable energy. "For the male dances in fact, …of course, their […]
Shen Yun Is a Celebration of Culture and Tradition
Shen Yun Performing Arts performed at a full house at the Grand Théâtre de Provence in France, on April 4. Audiences were touched by its mission to bring back traditional culture to the world. "I loved it ! I will come back! the grace of the dancers, a lot, a lot," said Jean-Marie Viger, a […]
Artists Moved by Shen Yun's Beauty and Purity
Dance school owner Christel Agard attended Shen Yun Performing Arts at the Grand Théâtre de Provence in Aix-en-Provence, France, on April 6. She was amazed by their efforts, the techniques, and the precision each dancer exhibited on stage. "I find this show absolutely extraordinary, there are at the same time many similarities with traditional classical […]
Shen Yun's Beauty 'Moved Me to Tears'
Shen Yun Performing Arts dancers captivated an audience with flawless choreography at the second performance in Aix-en-Provence, France on April 3. "I felt it so strongly that from time to time tears here flowed … tears of joy," said Heinz Wewerka, an aeronautical engineer. "I really felt like dancing with them up there." "I find it […]
Attorney Says Shen Yun Is a Manifestation of the Divine
Through dance and music, Shen Yun Performing Arts brought the audience in Zurich, Switzerland, on a tour through 5,000 years of Chinese civilization. Dr. Josef Bollag is a president of the Jewish Religious Community, Baden-Baden, and owner of a commercial law firm. He enjoyed the performance at Theater 11 Zürich on April 14 and was […]
Shen Yun Shows French Audiences in Nice What True Art Is
Audience members discovered Shen Yun Performing Arts in the south of France, in Nice, on Saturday, March 30. Tickets were sold out two months before show time. "This artistic expression is truly both spiritual and visibly very divine," said Timur Aksakal, Sales Manager South-East Region at SUEZ. "The Shen Yun show for that is a real concentration […]
Shen Yun Shows Us a Connection to the Divine
After two performances in Nice, the much-awaited company, Shen Yun Performing Arts, has arrived in Aix-en-Provence where the show has been sold out for several months already. Corinne Micchi is a ballet teacher. On Thursday, April 4, she enjoyed discovering Shen Yun's classical Chinese dance at the Grand Théâtre de Provence. "I really appreciate the […]
Renowned Violinist Enjoys Shen Yun's Music, Dance, and Production
Renowned Canadian violinist Andrew Dawes enjoyed the visual and aural components of Shen Yun Performing Arts, which when combined seeks to illustrate the beauty of a thousands year old culture said to be inspired by the heavens. "The Erhu solo, she was very good, she was a very good player," said Dawes. "And the orchestra […]
Taiwanese Opera Company Conductor Returns to See Shen Yun for 13th Time
Shen Yun has arrived in Taiwan for the final leg of its Asia tour that began in January. And on April 3, the New York-based company graced the stage at the Chih-The Hall of the Kaohsiung Cultural Center to a sold-out audience. Among those in the audience was Wu Hung-chang, an opera singer who once […]
Shen Yun Concludes Berlin Tour With Four Curtain Calls
Eight of the nine performances at the Deutsche Oper Berlin and the Potsdamer Platz in Berlin were sold out. Among the audience members who were touched by Shen Yun Performing Arts was Dr. Thomas Bley. He watched Shen Yun at the Deutsche Oper Berlin on March 16. Dr. Bley served as Chief Risk Officer and […]
Shen Yun Shows the Power of Tradition
For about two hours, the audience at the Deutsche Oper Berlin took a journey through 5,000 years of Chinese history and culture on Sunday, March 17, as Shen Yun Performing Arts took the stage to present its classical Chinese dance and musical performances. Jadwiga Chmielowska, a columnist who is also a social and political activist, […]
Violinist Impressed With Shen Yun's High Level of Professionalism
Yuri Zaidenberg has performed all over the world as a concert soloist, in chamber ensembles, and as concertmaster in various orchestras, and has also maintained teaching career over the decades, now teaching at the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra School of Music. He watched Shen Yun Performing Arts at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre in Vancouver, on March […]
Actress: Shen Yun is 'Absolutely the Best Thing That We Could Have Had'
Shen Yun Performing Arts tours the world with the aim to bring back China's genuine culture and traditional values to the modern world. This mission has earned praise from countless theater-goers, who felt inspired upon seeing the performance—just like its Vancouver audiences. "The show is so filled with light. It's exactly what this city needed. […]
Actor and Dialect Coach Is Refreshed by Shen Yun's Universal Messages
Actor and dialect coach Tony Alcantar took his daughter to see Shen Yun Performing Arts for her 13th birthday. After watching the performance at Queen Elizabeth Theatre in Vancouver, Canada, on March 22, he was amazed. "I couldn't believe as an actor myself. I can't do what they do, but nevertheless, I know the practice, […]
Packed House in Ludwigsburg Germany to See Shen Yun
Ludwigsburg audience members took a journey of 5,000 years of traditional Chinese culture through the eyes of Shen Yun Performing Arts at the Forum am Schlosspark Ludwigsburg. They joined a packed house on March 8. "It was really very professional," said Theatre Director Benjamin Sahler, "I think it's wonderful that there's a live orchestra, and I […]
With Sold-Out Shows, Extra Performance Added in Sydney
Shen Yun Performing Arts continues its 2019 World Tour in Sydney from March 6 to 10. Due to popular demand, an extra performance has been added on Sunday night. Peter Cousens, an Australian actor and the artistic director of the Talent Development Project was impressed after watching Shen Yun. "It's wonderful. Quite superb and quite […]
Shen Yun Shares a Universal Message of Hope
Nick Cater, executive director of the Australian public policy think tank Menzies Research Centre, said he felt uplifted by Shen Yun's performance in Sydney on March 10. "It's magnificent. I mean technically magnificent but also uplifting." "There's a message of hope," Cater said. "Everybody needs hope. We need hope in this country. We need hope around the […]
Shen Yun Influences My Collections, Says Australian Fashion Icon Carla Zampatti
Australian fashion icon Carla Zampatti graced the Shen Yun audience with her presence on International Women's Day, March 8. "I've been coming for many, many years," Zampatti said. "I adored it." The winner of Australia's very first businesswoman of the year award in 1980, Carla told NTD Television how watching Shen Yun every year has influenced […]
Australian Politician Says Shen Yun's Spiritual Theme Warms the Heart
Shen Yun Performing Arts promised culture and dance but the Hon. David John Clarke, a member of the legislative council in the state of New South Wales, took home much more in the form of profound thoughts and beliefs. "History, culture, as mankind, as humankind has progressed, music, dancing … these are things that refine and […]
VP: Shen Yun's 'Artistic performance was really phenomenal'
Coming from Lausanne, the Radumilo family traveled to Geneva to attend Shen Yun's last performance on Sunday, March 3, 2019. Tina, a molecular biologist, and her husband Slobodan, Vice President and General Manager of Diabetes Care EMEA, a global medical technology company, were at the Bâtiment des Forces Motrices (BFM) in Geneva with their three […]
Theatergoers 'Privileged to Learn' From Shen Yun
Nadene Lomu is a fan of Chinese culture, so seeing Shen Yun Performing Arts at the ASB Theatre in Aotea Centre was deeply meaningful for her. Coming out from the matinee performance, Lomu said she had been captivated. "I have seen the many beautiful pictures and things that [Shen Yun] created for today, and it was […]
Audience Members Impressed by Shen Yun's Portrayal of Chinese Culture
Audience members attended the second performance of Shen Yun Performing Arts at the Théâtre Le Colisée de Roubaix, in France, on Feb. 22. They appreciated the richness of the traditional Chinese culture that the New York-based company presented on stage. "It is beauty and perfection," said Marie Pontac, a company owner. "Beauty because the beauty of […]
Geneva Celebrities Finds Great Wisdom in Shen Yun
For two hours, dancers of Shen Yun Performing Arts enthrall with classical Chinese dance and stories that traverse 5,000 years of Chinese civilization. Geneva audience members watched the performance on Feb. 28, and were mesmerized by the level of skill displayed by the dancers. "And I am lucky enough to be here tonight, to see such […]
Brisbane Music Lecturer Congratulates Shen Yun for Showcasing Both East and West Art
A music professional congratulated Shen Yun Performing Arts for embracing the best of Chinese and Western arts at the second performance playing at the Queensland Performing Arts Centre, on Feb. 27, 2019. Dr. Kay Hartwig, a senior lecturer in music at Griffith University, enjoyed seeing Shen Yun Performing Arts bring harmony to people from different […]
Shen Yun Shows a Tradition of Kindness, Says Winery Manor Owner
Kindness and humanity are what Xavier Devaugerme, a winery manor owner, saw in the performance by Shen Yun Performing Arts in Roubaix, on Feb. 23. "I thought it was really wonderful," said Xavier Devaugerme, a winery manor owner. "Very, very, very lively, very magical with a lot of culture behind it. And I was very surprised […]
Shen Yun Makes Us Want to Pursue Excellence, Physician Says
The Courouble family attended Shen Yun Performing Arts, with their three children, on Friday, Feb. 22, at the Colisée de Roubaix. The Couroubles are well versed in classical arts, and their children have been dancers for many years. "This is the second time we've come with the children. It's really important to bring the children […]
Western Australian Film Producer Finds Shen Yun 'Mind Blowing'
Tansie Bennetts, who works in production in the film industry, praised Shen Yun after attending Perth's last performance of the year with her parents at The Regal Theatre, on Feb. 23. "It was amazing, really mind-blowing," she said. "Just beautiful." New York-based Shen Yun's program of classical Chinese dance, live orchestra music, and 3D animated […]
Dortmund Audience Members Impressed by Shen Yun
Shen Yun Performing Arts performed its second show at the Theatre Dortmund in Germany with a fully packed house. Audience members were taken away after watching Shen Yun on Feb. 19. "Very beautiful," said Alexandra Gramse, a justices' clerk. "Right from the beginning, I was so inspired that I had tears in my eyes, really, […]
Ballet Teacher Says Shen Yun Dancers Are 'Just Phenomenal'
Dance teacher Brooke Synnott was impressed at the athleticism displayed by Shen Yun performers and could see the ancient Chinese culture coming through in the performance. "The athleticism and gracefulness mixed together is just phenomenal," she said. "You could really see the culture behind everything they were doing." Synnott, who saw Shen Yun Performing Arts […]
Spirit of Shen Yun Dancers Could Bring 'Calm and Serenity'
Winter is not yet over, but it was a beautiful spring afternoon in Nantes that welcomed the world famous Shen Yun Performing Arts to the city. Sophie Tanniou, PhD, is a consultant and strategic development manager for the teaching of English to professionals and individuals at ANNAM Services in Nantes. She said the dancers and […]
Australian Senator Praises Shen Yun's Mission
A Senator for Western Australia, Peter Georgiou, was aware of the odds Shen Yun Performing Arts had to defy in order to become the world-class show it is today. "Today is the first time I've been to something like this; it was absolutely magnificent," Georgiou said. "The colors, the costumes, the background, the dancing … […]
Shen Yun Opens in Nantes to a Packed House
On Friday, Feb. 15th, in Nantes, as in most parts of France, a pleasant, early spring atmosphere brightened up the end of the week. In this historic capital of Brittany, this feeling has been reinforced by Shen Yun Performing Arts. For nearly 3 months, tickets have been sold out, and it was in a fully […]
Renowned Conductor: Shen Yun Is Common 'For All Humanity'
Doug Heywood, a renowned Australian conductor, found unity in the words sung on stage, while watching Shen Yun Performing Arts at the Regent Theatre on Feb. 14. "The lyrics that were up on the screen in the translation are common thoughts for all humanity, the concept of caring, sharing, and looking for that which is […]
Shen Yun Depicts the Best Elements of China, Former Ballerina Says
Former ballerina Chantel Roulston was impressed by the stories told by Shen Yun Performing Arts and described the performance she saw as "artistically beautiful." "They are obviously very athletic but they've got some beautiful artistry as well," said Roulston. "They're trying to give across some Chinese stories to Western audiences that probably wouldn't usually see […]
Shen Yun Has 'A Beautiful Way of Telling a Story,' State Minister Says
Luke Donnellan, the state minister for Child Protection and Disability in Victoria, said he appreciated the authentic Chinese culture that he and his family experienced at Melbourne's Regent Theatre on Feb. 9. "The history of China is a long history. There are many influences over that period of time … so it's really giving a greater […]
Edinburgh Audience Members Loved How Shen Yun Told Stories and Shared History
Flowing sleeves, gliding movements, flips, and a live orchestra that blends music from the East and West. Shen Yun Performing Arts touched the hearts of theatergoers in Edinburgh, Scotland, from Jan. 24 to 25. "I think it's a wonderful show, I mean it's spectacular, it's beautifully done and it brings to us, it's different from […]
Dassault Group Executive Says Shen Yun Is a Beautiful Discovery
New York-based Shen Yun Performing Arts gave its Paris audience an experience of ancient Chinese civilization on Jan. 20. Among the audience was Laurent Dassault, who holds key executive positions in the Marcel Dassault Group, a France-based group of companies with subsidiaries in aviation, aerospace, real estate, auctions, and even wine. "I felt that there was […]
Shen Yun Enchants Paris Audiences With Colorful Display of Chinese Culture
The dancers wore long flowing sleeves that rippled through the air as their bodies extended with each dance movement. This dance vignette was one of the classical Chinese dance pieces performed by Shen Yun Performing Arts in Paris over the weekend. Frédéric Burband, vice chairman of the Regional Company of Statutory Auditors of Paris, said […]
Mrs. Global America: There Is Divine Purpose at the Heart of Shen Yun
Newly crowned Mrs. Global America, Rhonda Howdyshell, considered with her husband the snow and ice that stood between them and the theater, where Shen Yun Performing Arts would be performing, and made up her mind to go. "It's wonderful," she said of Shen Yun Performing Arts. "Very beautiful. … I'm so glad to be here." […]
Author Watching Shen Yun Says It Was as If She Was Living the Stories
Author Mimoza Kuchly is working on a book about a French woman who loves Chinese culture. Seeing Shen Yun Performing Arts's revival of 5,000 years of Chinese civilization on stage was an inspiration for her. "I am delighted I was able to find a seat for this show. I thought it was beautiful, beautiful. It […]
Shen Yun Performing Arts Marks Paris Anniversary
Paris shares a 2019 milestone with New York, San Francisco, and Montreal, Canada, among others. The classical Chinese dance company, Shen Yun Performing Arts, is visiting for the thirteenth year in a row. "It's beautiful. It's beautiful," said Florence Gautier, a bank executive of CACEIS. "The dancers, the dancers are all more beautiful than each […]
Traditional Culture in Shen Yun Impresses Paris Audience
From grand, historic buildings to humble street corners, Paris is a city picturesque to the last detail. Since the 17th century, it has been one of Europe's major centers of commerce, fashion, and the arts. Audience members who watched Shen Yun Performing Arts on opening night Jan. 16, and said the elements they saw rang with […]
Shen Yun Puts Me in a 'Higher Place' Says Actress Marthe Villalonga
Marthe Villalonga, an 87-year-old French actress, best known for her roles in popular French TV show "Maguy," and the movie "We Will All Go to Heaven or An Elephant Can Be Extremely Deceptive" watched Shen Yun Performing Arts in Paris on Jan. 17. "It's sumptuous, it's beautiful," said Mrs. Villalonga. "The costumes, the ensemble, the […]
Shen Yun Shows Connection to the Divine: Prince Jean d'Orléans
Prince Jean d'Orléans, Duke of Vendome, is the second son of Prince Henri, the Count of Paris and Duke of France, and Duchess Marie Therese of Württemberg. He is first in line to succeed the French Throne. He watched Shen Yun Performing Arts in Paris on Jan. 16, and said he was touched by the […]
Dance School Owner Finds Deeper Meaning Behind the Movements
Vanessa Spencer, the owner and principal of a dance school, watched Shen Yun Performing Arts for the first time at the International Convention Centre(ICC) in Birmingham on Jan. 13. "They must have worked so so many hours for all the nuance of skill that they have." "The costume extends all the arm-lines, everything that they […]
Film Producer Returns to See Shen Yun, Enjoy All New Production
Film Producer Leif Bristow and his wife, Agnes Bristow, have made TV series such as "Wildlife Quest" and dramas like "Rising Suns." Mr. Bristow is also a director at Ontario District Council. They have attended Shen Yun several times throughout the years. "I always feel uplifted when I come to see the show," Agnes said. […]
Shen Yun Elicits Thoughts of a Higher Purpose
New York-based Shen Yun performed at the International Convention Centre(ICC) in Birmingham, U.K., on Jan. 12, as part of its 2019 world tour in which six equally sized companies will travel to over 100 cities. After watching Shen Yun, corporate finance lawyer Gareth John said the performance was "very spiritual." "Amazing, absolutely stunning. The colors, […]
Sold-Out Shen Yun 'Outstanding,' Says Company Chairman
Executive Deputy Chairman Alan Pascoe MBE, saw Shen Yun at the New Victoria Theatre in Woking, United Kingdom, in the second performance of the New York-based company's European tour on Jan. 9. Mr. Pascoe has over 30 years of experience in sports, he won medals at the Olympic Games and the European Championships. In 1975, […]
Human Rights Activist Benedict Rogers: Shen Yun Demonstrates 'China's Rich Ancient Civilization'
Human rights activist and China expert Benedict Rogers saw Shen Yun for the second time at the New Victoria Theatre in Woking, United Kingdom, on Jan. 9, having seen the show when it was last in the UK in 2018. "It's stunning," Rogers explained. "The costumes are amazing, but the skill of the performance as […]
Retired Judge Quentin L. Kopp Attends Shen Yun for the Fifth Time
Quentin L. Kopp, a retired judge who served as a member of the San Francisco Board of Supervisors and in the California State Senate, saw Shen Yun perform for the fifth time in San Francisco on January 6. The 90-year-old returns annually because Shen Yun puts on an all-new program every year. The dancers' and […]
Shen Yun Performing Arts Receives a Rousing Welcome to Europe
Carrying banners, heart-shaped postcards, and Ferrero Rocher bouquets, fans gathered for the arrival of Shen Yun Performing Arts at the London's Gatwick airport on Jan. 6. "[Shen Yun] shows the purity of the ancient culture of China. It brings back to life, those values that we've maybe forgotten a bit," said Carina Depelean, who has […]
Raleigh Audience Hope That Shen Yun Will Bring Culture to China Again
Mitt Richards has some understanding of Chinese culture. As a former emergency medicine physician, he would have patients and now still has students whose parents only speak Chinese, so he is fluent in the language. It brought him to tears to see the traditional Chinese culture of 5,000 years brought to life on stage. "The […]
'Shen Yun Was Really Amazing', Says City Council Member
Struggling for the right words to describe the performance he just saw, Dr. Lee Monlezun settled for great. "Color, dance, uniformity, grace," said Dr. Lee J. Monlezun, owner of Lee J. Monlezun Jr. M.D., FACOG. "Yes, but the flow is so great and the movements are so fine." "The talent it's outstanding," said Mrs. Monlezun, […]
'They're Dancing for a Purpose', Says Statesman Paul Taylor
Paul Taylor, a retired businessman who was a candidate for the U.S. Senate in the 2018 California primary elections, attended Shen Yun Performing Arts for the second time on Jan. 4. He had seen the classical Chinese dance and music production before in Long Beach, California. This time, he brought his wife to a San Francisco […]
Shen Yun Inspires Family With Beauty and Goodness
Jennifer Hedgpeth, a public relations and partnership manager at The Press Democrat, attended a Shen Yun performance with members of three generations of her family, at the War Memorial Opera House in San Francisco. "It was just lovely it was mesmerizing," said Hedgpeth. "It was so colorful and not a beat was missed. I loved […]
Shen Yun Take Spartanburg Audience on Journey Through Chinese Culture
Jimmy Watt worked at radio stations in Clemson and Greenville before joining WYFF News 4 in May 2001 as a traffic reporter. He also worked as a public information officer for the Oconee County Sheriff's Office. Now he has accepted the job of news director at 94.1 The Lake WSNW in Seneca. "The performance [was] […]
'Art Definitely Connects You to the Divine': Shen Yun Inspires Audience With Its Messages
Dr. Logan Schneider, a clinical instructor at Stanford University, and a chair at the American Academy of Neurology, experienced Shen Yun Performing Arts at the War Memorial Opera House in San Francisco on Jan. 1. "I thought it was great, it touched on many different aspects from paintings and that art form, as to women […]
Professor Seeing Shen Yun Says 'I'm hopeful for humanity'
Nérée St-Amand, a Professor at the School of Social Work at the University of Ottawa, left the theater so inspired, he thought he might come back the next day to see Shen Yun Performing Arts all over again. "Unfortunately it's the first time, but I hope it's not the last time. Because I got so […]
'It was a very simple, beautiful message' Says One VP of Sales and Marketing
Shen Yun Performing Arts held its final two of eleven consecutive performances at the Center for the Performing Arts in San Jose, on Saturday, Dec. 29. Every performance was to a full house and many audience members voiced they wanted more. So, the theater has already started selling tickets for next year's performances. They enjoyed […]
CEO Enjoys Customs and Culture Found in Shen Yun
Arabel Alva Rosales serves on the Chicago mayor's Fashion Council. She has been described in Chicago Magazine as a "Renaissance Woman" because of her ability to discuss concerns on global issues. She attended Shen Yun for the first time at Civic Opera House in Chicago on Dec. 28. "I'm enjoying it a lot. I love the […]
Shen Yun's Cultural Storytelling Impresses in Ottawa
Shen Yun Performing Arts kicked off the Canada-leg of its 2019 world tour by performing to a full house at the National Arts Centre in Ottawa. People from all walks of life enjoyed the performance and said, it's an experience of the human spirit. "It's very colorful. The dance, the music, was very impressed by […]
Chicago Audience Praises Shen Yun's Ability to Connect Western Audiences With Chinese Culture
Shen Yun Performing Arts returned to Chicago for its 13th year. The performance opening at the Civic Opera House on Dec. 27 and running through Dec. 30. "I think the performance is excellent. You know, it's really great. It bring[s] an opportunity to bring our children to see a cultural performance like this," said Todd […]
Spirituality in Shen Yun Resonates With Houston Audience
There are some performances that change your perception of the world. John Johnson, a product engineer who attended Shen Yun at the Jones Hall for the Performing Arts in Houston, Texas, on Dec. 26, said it was like a rebirth of life. "You find happiness, it comes about and the rebirth of …you know, when […]
Shen Yun 'A Must See,' Says University Executive Advisor
New York-based Shen Yun performed in San Jose, California, with its production of classical Chinese dance accompanied by a live orchestra. "This is a must-see. World class, I would say. Even overpassing," said Vlad E. Genin, executive advisor to the president at the National Technical University of Ukraine "Sikorsky Kyiv Polytechnic Institute." "I was very […]
Shen Yun Provides New Orleans Audiences With a Glimpse Into a Time-Honored Chinese Culture
Shen Yun Performing Arts promises more than just a glimpse into China's traditional culture. And for New Orleans audiences, it's not until they see the performance that they appreciate its uniqueness. "It's spectacular. I have tried to study some of that Chinese history. And this performance brings it out a lot," said Boatner Howell, owner […]
Shen Yun Connects China's History to San Jose Audience Members
Shen Yun Performing Arts started its 9-day run of shows at Center for the Performing Arts in San Jose on Dec. 19. Audiences praised the classical Chinese dance skills by the performers. "Oh, it's beautiful. The great choreography, it's beautiful, and the technology with the backdrop, it's incredible," said John Vlay, chief executive officer and […]
Shen Yun Gives a Real Spectrum of Chinese Culture, Says Professor
The artistry of Shen Yun Performing Arts caught the attention of Mark Nelson, who watched the presentation of traditional Chinese culture at the Hippodrome Theatre in Baltimore, Maryland, on Dec. 22. "[Shen Yun gives] a deeper understanding of the Chinese culture in a way that I'm just simply not been exposed to through the news," […]
Professor Appreciates Shen Yun's Presentation of China's Traditional Culture
The holiday season is a time for tradition and being thankful for what we have. Belinda Reininger, a professor at the University of Texas, enjoyed the quality of Shen Yun Performing Arts. And said she was grateful for this experience. "The music, the orchestra is tremendous, and the dancers. I don't think I've ever seen […]
Shen Yun Shows Berkeley Audiences the Spiritual Side of China's Arts
New York-based Shen Yun began a five-day run of shows at Zellerbach Hall in Berkeley, California, to a sold-out house at each performance. Audience members were impressed by the artistic level of the dance and music. "The artistry is beautiful. It's been really, truly amazing," said Kevin Isbell, executive director at Data & Analytics Services. […]
Shen Yun's Digital Backdrop's Display of Ancient Culture Impresses Theatergoers
When Steven Poitras, creative services director for KRON-TV attended a Shen Yun performance at Zellerbach Hall in Berkeley, California on Dec. 15, he was amazed by the digital backdrop showing different scenes that matched the dance performance. "How the artists worked together with the background," Poitras said. "[It's] really, truly interesting." "The precision was amazing," […]
Shen Yun Amazes Berkeley Audiences on Opening Night
Shen Yun Performing Arts has arrived in the San Francisco Bay area for the 2019 season in Berkeley. Audience members were inspired after watching the first performance at Zellerbach Hall. John Hamilton, radio host for KGO radio since 1987, experienced Shen Yun on Dec. 12 and said, he appreciated the dancers and their interaction with […]
'It's Like Being in Heaven,' Says Congressman Deputy Chief of Staff After Shen Yun Concert
Paul Behrends, Deputy Chief of Staff for Congressman Dana Rohrabacher (R-Calif.) attended Shen Yun Symphony Orchestra on Oct. 14, at the Kennedy Center Concert Hall in Washington D.C. He said it felt like paradise. "It's like being in Heaven," said Mr. Behrends. "Listening to this music is so impressive, they are very talented. It's super pleasurable. […]
Psychologist Says Music of Shen Yun 'Touches the emotionalism of who we are as beings'
Boston has been called the "Athens of America" and has long paid tribute to the best of the arts. It has what many regard as one of the top concert halls in the world, Boston Symphony Hall, which welcomed the return of the Shen Yun Symphony Orchestra for its sixth year on Oct. 13. For […]
Bethesda Audience Amazed by the Vivid Storytelling of Shen Yun Symphony Orchestra
Shen Yun Symphony Orchestra left audience members at the Music Center at Strathmore in Bethesda, Maryland, in a state of awe. Charlene Rivera, a retired professor and former executive director at George Washington University, attended the performance and said it transports the audience to a panoply of destinations, both cultural and spiritual. "The music is […]
Falun Gong March in Zurich Delivers Message of Hope
The sidewalks of downtown Zurich were filled with pedestrians who stopped to watch and record the whirlwind of colors from a marching band. The European Tian Guo "Celestial" Marching Band led a procession on Oct. 5, to help raise awareness of the Chinese Communist Party's (CCP) persecution of Falun Gong. "With this parade we want […]
Distinguished Canadian Historian: 'I Thoroughly Enjoyed It'
After weeks of touring Asia, the Shen Yun Symphony Orchestra has now returned to North America with a Toronto performance. The orchestra played its original compositions and timeless masterpieces of classical music at Roy Thomson Hall on Oct. 5—to three standing ovations and two encores. "I think this is quite wonderful. It is very, very […]
Julie Nesrallah on Shen Yun Symphony Orchestra: 'It's Just Perfect'
"I thought the orchestra played with so much warmth, nuance, and passion, said mezzo soprano, host of CBC Radio Julie Nesrallah. "I thought the conductor was brilliant. I thought all the soloists were absolutely dazzling." This is just some of the praise mezzo soprano, host of CBC Radio Julie Nesrallah had for the Shen Yun […]
Shen Yun Shows Taoyuan Mayor the Rich Cultural Connotations of China
Shen Yun Symphony Orchestra was received by two packed houses and standing ovations at Zhongli Arts Hall in Taoyuan, Taiwan on Sept. 22. Among those who turned out for the performance was Cheng Wen-tsan, the mayor of the city. "I think Shen Yun Symphony Orchestra is the most inspiring orchestra that has performed in Taiwan," […]
TV Actor and Host Moved to Tears by Shen Yun Symphony Orchestra
"It brings tears to my eyes because it's just so well performed," said Tien Wen Chung, a retired Taiwanese TV actor and host. "We should carry the good deeds forward." As a retired Taiwanese TV actor and host, Tien Wen Chung takes pride in Taiwanese culture and was excited when he saw Shen Yun Symphony […]
Hsinchu City Deputy Mayor Spellbound by Shen Yun Symphony Orchestra
Shen Yun Symphony Orchestra performed original compositions and timeless masterpieces from Western classical music at Hsinchu Performing Arts Center on Sept. 11. At the end of the concert, audience members stood and cheered, and the orchestra was compelled to give not one, but three encore performances. Hsinchu City Deputy Mayor Shen Huihong was particularly impressed […]
Taiwanese Professor Says Shen Yun Symphony Orchestra Can Rejuvenate the Spirit
Shen Yun Symphony Orchestra performed at Zhongshan Hall in Taipei, on Wednesday, Sept. 19, thrilling the audience, who brought the orchestra back onstage for three encores with standing ovations. "I think it is really remarkable," said Emmy Chen, music professor at National Taipei University of Education and Shih Chien University. "Shen Yun is the top. I […]
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