LONDON—Kelvin Kiptum collapsed to the ground after winning the London Marathon on Sunday and recording the second fastest time in history over the distance. The 23-year-old Kenyan runner set the course record with a time of 2 hours, 1 minute, 25 seconds and just missed out on Eliud Kipchoge’s world record by 16 seconds. “I…
Events Manager: Shen Yun Is ‘Immersive Cinema’
LONDON—Faisal Shaukat, who runs an events management company, attended Shen Yun Performing Arts at Eventim Apollo on the evening of April 20. This was the second time he had seen Shen Yun. “Every time I watch the show, it’s better, and bigger, and more beautiful than the previous one,” Shaukat said. “I’m always happy, and it’s really…
‘One of the Most Beautiful Dance Events I’ve Seen’ Says Former Ballerina About Shen Yun
LONDON—Former professional ballet dancers Kimberley Urch and her husband Joss Urch were amazed at the artistry of Shen Yun Performing Arts at the Eventim Apollo venue on April 20. “It was one of the most beautiful dance events I’ve seen,” said Mrs. Urch, “it was really uplifting.” “I like the idea of showing the political…
Shen Yun ‘Told a Story of China’: British MP
LONDON, United Kingdom—The actions of a country like China impact the world. Marie Rimmer is the MP of St. Helens. She shared her appreciation for Shen Yun Performing Arts after seeing the performance at Eventim Apollo. “It was a wonderful show, the drama, the artwork and the music, the dancing, the color, and everything was wonderful….
Shen Yun ‘Top Class’, ’11 out of 10,’ Says Bollywood Choreographer
LONDON—Honey Kalaria, artist and busy Bollywood choreographer for film and television, found much to appreciate in Shen Yun Performing Arts. “I work on many, many productions,” she said. “So when you look at a good caliber show, a high quality show, you will always have really, really appreciated it. So when I came here, I can…
Shen Yun Reveals What’s ‘Happening Behind the Curtain in China,’ Says Human Rights Lawyer
LONDON—Ewelina Ochab, a British human rights lawyer, enjoyed Shen Yun Performing Arts at the Eventim Apollo on April 15. Due to her work, she knew much about some things happening in China today, but less about the cultural heritage of China before communism. From the moment the curtains opened and a scene above the clouds…
Shen Yun’s ‘Real Beauty’ Counters ‘Horrible Ugliness, Violence’ That Is ‘Disfiguring the World,’ Lord Alton Says
LONDON— David Alton, Baron of Liverpool, was impressed by the powerful message Shen Yun Performing Arts delivered at the Eventim Apollo venue on April 19. “It’s a wonderful show; it underlines the beauty of Chinese civilization and culture,” said Lord Alton. “What a tragedy that a show like this can’t be shown in China itself,” he…
Southwark Mayor Applauds Shen Yun Sharing Traditional Chinese Culture
LONDON—The United Kingdom has been through a long history and like China, it once was and still is a very influential country. What is different, however, is that the United Kingdom has preserved its history. Shen Yun Performing Arts is reviving the Chinese culture lost when communism took power in China. “I personally think it’s…
‘Really, Really Enchanting’: Londoners Impressed With Cultural Depth of Shen Yun
LONDON—Shen Yun Performing Arts is halfway through its London tour, 10 shows from April 14 to April 22, at the Eventim Apollo. On April 18, theatergoers and lovers of the arts appreciated the cultural depth of Shen Yun’s performance. “It’s just a wonderful production. So colorful, amazing dancing, great technique of the dancers,” said James Mackenzie-Blackman,…
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Shen Yun a Reminder of a Phenomenal Culture, Says British MP
LONDON—Sir George Iain Duncan Smith, Member of Parliament, grew up learning about the arts and going to the ballet often with his ballerina mother, and his family going back three generations lived and worked in China, so it was with great anticipation that he attended Shen Yun Performing Arts to experience 5,000 years of Chinese…