BERKELEY, Calif.—To the Western audience, Shen Yun Performing Arts is an opportunity to learn about Chinese culture. Yet to Chinese audience members, it’s a reminder of their roots and a way to reconnect with their cultural history. Mr. Liu, who came from mainland China, watched Shen Yun for the first time on Jan. 16 at…
Shen Yun Performers ‘Wear Their Hearts on Their Sleeves,’ Says Attorney
BERKELEY, Calif.—Tax attorney Patrick Roach and fashion stylist Nicole Guarascio had high hopes when they arrived for their first date at Zellerbach Hall to watch Shen Yun’s matinee on Jan. 16. The performance was everything they thought it would be and much more. “It was captivating. There was so much color and dance and choreography….
Shen Yun ‘Gets to People’s Hearts in a Beautiful Way,’ Says Entrepreneur
BERKELEY, Calif.—Fashion entrepreneur Angela Guevara, who attended Shen Yun’s matinee performance at Zellerbach Hall on Jan. 15, said the performance brought on “a cocktail of emotions.” “It’s not just art, it’s spiritual, it’s historical. It just gives you a whole range of knowledge,” she said. Based in New York, Shen Yun Performing Arts was founded…
Shen Yun ‘Is Honest and They Don’t Hold Back,’ Says Professor
BERKELEY, Calif.—Philosophy professor Stephan Johnson exited the Zellerbach Hall on the evening of Jan 14, “surprisingly pleased” with Shen Yun Performing Arts. “I liked it a lot! I liked the aesthetics, the orchestra, and the narration. The dancing was impeccable. It was a great time.” New York-based Shen Yun was founded in 2006 by leading…
Shen Yun Are ‘Ambassadors for Peace on a World Level’ Says Berkeley Patron
BERKELEY, Calif.—Wayne Hankins, a retiree from the seafood business, saw Shen Yun Performing Arts for the first time, with his wife, at the Zellerbach Hall on Jan. 14. “I’ve seen it in clips on YouTube, but not in person … I was pleasantly surprised,” he said after the matinee performance on the two-show day. “The…
‘Is This Something That They Did Before Communism?’ Shen Yun Inspires Massachusetts Audience
WORCESTER, Mass.—Rose Kuchta, a stained glass artist, was emotional after seeing Shen Yun Performing Arts. “It was all magical to me,” said Mrs. Kuchta, who came with her husband Bob from the Cape Cod area to attend Shen Yun‘s evening performance at the Hanover Theatre on Jan. 14. “I didn’t know. It was just absolutely…
Shen Yun Is Enriching, Uplifting, Says College CFO
WORCESTER, Ma.—John Pitcher, CFO of Bunker Hill Community College, was happy to have experienced the authentic Chinese culture after attending Shen Yun Performing Arts at the Hanover Theatre, where Shen Yun was performing for one weekend. “I would say that this is a show that they should try to certainly go to if they can,…
Shen Yun Portrays ‘Deep Spiritual and Human Values,’ Says Berkeley Audience
BERKELEY, Calif.—In a modern age where instant gratification and worldly gains reign supreme, the idea of divine-inspired culture—though prevalent throughout history—is quickly losing ground. For retired systems analyst Slawomir Sieminski, Shen Yun Performing Arts conveyed “a deeper meaning of life and humanity.” It was a reminder that there is more to life than meets the…
San Francisco Patron Gives Shen Yun a 20 out of 10
SAN FRANCISCO—Since 2006, Shen Yun Performing Arts has been showcasing authentic Chinese culture to audiences around the world. Each season has welcomed audiences who finally decided to take the leap to see the fast-growing performing arts company. According to reviews, Shen Yun has delivered its best every time. Gregory and Monique Barker are from St….
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‘I’m Seeing Angels Flying,’ Says Shen Yun Audience Member
PORTLAND, Ore.—A scene from the heavens was the first thing the Madrids saw when they attended a performance by Shen Yun Performing Arts. “One moment I felt like I was in heaven when I see the performance. I feel like I’m seeing angels flying,” said Ms. Rocio Madrid, an owner of a business, who saw…