BOISE, Idaho—“I am just changed forever,” said Dr. Daniel Novak after watching the world’s foremost traditional Chinese classical dance and music company, Shen Yun Performing Arts. “I’ve always wanted to see it,” Novak, a psychotherapist, said. “And I heard it was coming to Boise, and I just could not resist to see it. It’s fantastic….
‘I Just Felt Like I Was Moving Into the Heavens,’ Says Theatergoer at Shen Yun
ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico—China’s traditional culture is deeply spiritual and for 5,000 years, its people believed in a divine connection between heaven and earth. At the Popejoy Hall in Albuquerque, Shen Yun Performing Arts—a company that is reviving traditional Chinese culture—brought its audience unique insight into the true beauty and spirituality of the Middle Kingdom through…
Shen Yun Has a ‘Healing Vibe’: UFC Star Nick Diaz
MODESTO, Calif.—UFC star Nick Diaz attended Shen Yun Performing Arts at the Gallo Center for the Arts on Oct. 27. The 38-year-old middleweight enjoyed Shen Yun while healing from his last fight. “It was nice to come here and see the show—it’s really peaceful, has a healing vibe,” he said. He added that he used to see…
Shen Yun Lights Up Fresno With the Power of Faith
FRESNO, Calif.—On the afternoon of Oct. 31, while many in town were gearing up to go trick-or-treating, some lucky few were at William Saroyan Theatre, experiencing pure divinity through art. Shen Yun had arrived just the day before for a two-day run. Shen Yun, a New York-based classical Chinese dance and music company, has become world-renowned for…
The Music of Shen Yun Touches Detroiters
DETROIT, Mich.—Shen Yun, the New York-based classical Chinese performing arts company, may be best known for its colorful costumes and dazzling visual displays. But its music and live orchestra draws in audiences just as much. Michael Deluca and his wife Audrey attended the Oct. 31 matinee of Shen Yun at the Detroit Opera House. “I’m enjoying…
Detroit Audience Treated to Cultural Showcase Not Allowed in China
DETROIT, Mich.—It is one of the great ironic tragedies that an ancient civilization like China is cut off from its rich cultural and spiritual heritage due to its current political structure. Luckily, there exist groups like Shen Yun Performing Arts, who vow to preserve and promote what is at risk of being lost forever. Shen…
Shen Yun Portrays the Connection Between the Divine and Mankind
FRESNO, Calif.—A common refrain from many theatergoers who experience Shen Yun Performing Arts is that it’s “absolutely astounding.” For Patricia Nicholls, who had come to see Shen Yun at the William Saroyan Theater in Fresno with her husband Ross, it was just that. “It’s beautiful,” Patricia said, describing Shen Yun’s display of traditional Chinese classical,…
Actress and Daughters Riveted by Splendor of Shen Yun
THOUSAND OAKS, California—“I absolutely adore it,” Anne Judson-Yager said after watching Shen Yun Performing Arts for the second time. Judson-Yager, a professional actress, says she is, first of all, a mother and she had brought along her two daughters to see Shen Yun at the Fred Kavli Theater. Judson-Yager is known for her role in “Bring it…
Shen Yun Gives Hope During Troubled Times: Detroit Theatergoer
DETROIT, Mich.—Shen Yun Performing Arts continued on its mission to revive China’s five millennia of traditional culture as it left another audience in awe of the beauty and strength of its performers, and the message they brought to the stage. “It is wonderful,” said Edwin Paul, the owner of a hair salon, who had come…
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Shen Yun’s Message Is Important For Us Today, Says Actress
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.—“Stunning,” actress Zoe Hancock said of Shen Yun Performing Arts as it brought China’s unique traditional culture that extends over 5,000 years to Popejoy Hall in Albuquerque. “It’s not like anything you see today,” said Hancock, who attended the performance with her husband. “I love Chinese culture, so it’s wonderful to see the dancing and…