RENO, Nev.—For Logan Egbert, tickets to see New York-based Shen Yun Performing Arts, the world’s premier classical Chinese dance and music company, were a very special gift for a very special person. “My wife is very into dance, [and is] very interested in the culture and the language. And so as a birthday gift to her,…
Executive Vice President Finds True Chinese Culture in Shen Yun
NEW YORK—The right to expression should not be a privilege, but in China, only the voice of the government is heard. Shen Yun Performing Arts strives to share the beauty of “China before communism” with the world, and as result is being censored in China. Mike Minor is an executive vice president in clinical research….
Portland’s Professionals See China in New Colors
PORTLAND, Ore.—The Pacific Northwest saw a splash of unexpected color this week. Shen Yun has come to the Keller Auditorium on its annual tour. Shen Yun is a classical Chinese dance and music company that presents 5,000 years of Chinese history before the era of communism. After seeing the March 18 matinee, Mike Smith, an asset…
Shen Yun Reminds Audience That Spring Is Coming
NEW YORK—Bob Culley, a professional lighting designer at the David Koch Theater, was right at home enjoying the Shen Yun performance on March 19 at The David H. Koch Theater in Lincoln Center. He was accompanied by Carolina Napolitano, a microbiologist, who said they had been wanting to see the show for two years. With…
Reno: Shen Yun Bestows Hope, Compassion, Cooperation
RENO, Nev.—Watching Shen Yun perform at the Pioneer Center for the Performing Arts on March 18, yoga instructor Melanie Mahan was fascinated by the dancers’ movements. Her curiosity about Chinese dance began when her daughter’s ballet studio brought in a guest teacher who taught Chinese dance. “I love to watch how she moved,” Ms. Mahan recalled. “And…
Shen Yun ‘Something to Feel Good About’ After Pandemic Restrictions Over, Says Member of Provincial Parliament in Canada
OTTAWA, Canada—Shen Yun Performing Arts is “something to feel good about” after two years of pandemic restrictions, says Ontario member of provincial parliament (MPP) John Yakabuski. “To be able to come here this evening and see that I think is a real step forward for us, and I think for a lot of people,” said…
Shen Yun ‘Something to Feel Good About’ After Pandemic Restrictions Over, Says Provincial Parliament Member in Canada
OTTAWA, Canada—Shen Yun Performing Arts is “something to feel good about” after two years of pandemic restrictions, says Ontario Member of Provincial Parliament John Yakabuski. “To be able to come here this evening and see that I think is a real step forward for us, and I think for a lot of people,” said Mr. Yakabuski…
Shen Yun Shares the Value of Freedom With New York
NEW YORK—The United States was built on the foundation of freedom, notably, the freedom of speech and expression. Shen Yun Performing Arts is able to fulfill their mission of reviving 5,000 years of Chinese culture since they are based in New York and not in China, where they are being censored. Stephen Meringoff, the founder…
Shen Yun Presents an All-Round Enjoyable Experience for Portland Couple
PORTLAND, Ore.—Shen Yun Performing Arts, the world’s premier Chinese classical dance and music company, is always a boon for music lovers. Its world-class orchestra and individual solo presentations of traditional Chinese instruments never fail to provide a breath-taking experience. For retired music teacher Doreen Thorusen, this was certainly the case. Doreen, together with her husband…
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Shen Yun ‘Absolutely Amazing,’ Says Bank VP
OTTAWA, Canada—Joanne Delves, vice president of private banking at the Royal Bank of Canada, said Shen Yun is “absolutely amazing” after seeing the company’s performance at the National Arts Centre on March 19. “It’s our first time here. We’re very, very much enjoying it,” said Ms. Delves. “The experience has been amazing. The costumes are…