JACKSON, Miss.—Terry Wages, the executive director of the Mississippi State Fire Academy, was struck by the perfection of Shen Yun Performing Arts when he watched it with his wife on Jan. 31 at the Thalia Mara Hall. “What impressed me the most is the perfection of the performance,” said Mr. Wages. “The dancers—I’ve been watching…
‘I Came Away With a Rich Appreciation for Chinese Culture,’ Says Community Liaison Officer After Watching Shen Yun
WASHINGTON, D.C.—Patti Menders, a community liaison officer for Northern Virginia in the Office of the Attorney General, watched Shen Yun Performing Arts at The Kennedy Center Opera House, on Jan. 27. “It was fantastic,” said Ms. Menders. “The artistry, the vibrance, the colors, the creativity—it was incredible … Family, faith, it was funny; there was…
3 People Hurt, 2 Critically, in Reseda Vehicle Crash
January 30, 2023
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RESEDA, Calif.—Three people were injured, two critically in a Reseda crash Jan. 29. The crash happened at 6800 N. Lindley Avenue, at the corner of Vanowen Street, around 6:10 p.m., said Los Angeles Fire Department spokesman Brian Humphrey. Two people became trapped in the vehicle and required extrication, Humphrey said. Those two were hospitalized in…
Shen Yun’s ‘Very, Very Powerful’ Dance and Music Inspires Musician
FRESNO, Calif.—Music on its own is able to tell a story and ignite different emotions. Shen Yun Performing Arts features a live orchestra and the music it performs inspires audiences around the world. “I believe that much of the inspiration has been planted like a seed right now. And it will germinate and it will…
Physician Leaves Shen Yun With a Renewed Sense of Hope
MEMPHIS, Tenn.—Prior to attending Shen Yun’s matinee at the Cannon Center for the Performing Arts on Jan. 29, physician Cameron Huxford and his wife Mary had no idea what to expect. “[Chinese culture] is something that none of us were familiar with,” Dr. Huxford said, “we just thought it would be good for us and…
Professor and Adopted Daughter Say Shen Yun Stories Connected With the Audience
KANSAS CITY, Mo.—College professor Barbara Craig and her adopted daughter Elizabeth felt a connection with the dancers during the Shen Yun Performing Arts presentation at the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts on Sunday, Jan. 29. A professor of communications, Ms. Craig said, “I will say the nonverbal [communication], it was just beautiful, taking in…
Shen Yun: ‘Everyone Should Come See It,’ Says Cincinnati Attorney
CINCINNATI—Attorney Mike Riley and his wife Helga Riley saw Shen Yun Performing Arts for the first time at the Aronoff Center for the Arts in Cincinnati on Jan. 29. “I thought it was beautiful … breathtaking,” said Mr. Riley. “I really appreciate the theme and the material presented.” “Everyone should come see it!” he said….
Shen Yun Is ‘Really Epic in Scale’: Political Scientist
WASHINGTON, D.C.—Although only six years old, Matthew Kroenig’s daughter had long been interested in the history and culture of China. “She’s always been interested in Chinese culture,” he said. “And she’s only 6, but I think she understands that the Chinese government is bad, but Chinese people are good.” Mr. Kroenig had seen Shen Yun…
Shen Yun Is ‘Really Fantastic for the World’: Charity Chairwoman
WASHINGTON—For Lilly Doggendorf, Shen Yun Performing Arts was a symphony of sights and sounds—colors, folklore, virtuosity, classical Chinese dance, bel canto, orchestra, and high-difficulty tumbling techniques came together to form a work of art. “What very much impressed me was this combination,” said Ms. Doggendorf as she listed the various aspects of the performance she…
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Former Talk Show Host Appreciates Shen Yun: ‘Good Always Wins’
MODESTO, Calif.—Diane Wagner was the host of the talk show, “Inside Out with Diane Wagner.” She was also a dancer with the Oakland Ballet. After seeing Shen Yun Performing Arts’ first of two performances in Modesto, she shared her appreciation for the performing arts company. “The Chinese dancing is beautiful. Costuming is vibrant and colorful. It’s perfection….