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Shen Yun Gives a ‘Sense of Connection and Belonging’

OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla.—Shen Yun Performing Arts gave Adelaide Webb a real sense of connection to Chinese culture despite her not knowing much about China’s 5,00o years of civilization, which Shen Yun brings to life for audiences around the world in its performances. Attending New York-based Shen Yun with her husband Tyler Webb, Mrs. Webb expressed that…


Oklahoma City Officials Come Out For Shen Yun

OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla.—A treasured piece of Chinese culture visited the Sooner State this weekend, and along with the art lovers in town, Oklahoma County Commissioner Kevin Calvey attended the Feb. 12 matinee of Shen Yun at the Civic Center Music Hall. “It’s wonderful,” he said. “Just the colors and the movements, it ranks up there with the…


Shen Yun a Wonderful Way to Enjoy Ourselves Despite Pandemic, Says Theatergoer

SYRACUSE, New York—Two years into the pandemic, Joe Cavataio and Elaina Augustinos said they did not hesitate to buy tickets when they received a postcard advertising that Shen Yun Performing Arts was coming to perform in Syracuse. Cavataio’s thought was, “We’re healthy. We just want to go in and enjoy ourselves.” Shen Yun, which is…


Shen Yun: Where There Is God, There Is No Fear, Says Pastor

SYRACUSE, New York—“I think God made us to be relational people and the last couple of years, a lot of folks have been isolated and it’s impacted who they are,” said Daniel Houck, a pastor who was explaining why he and his wife Patti, were unafraid to come and see Shen Yun Performing Arts. “Honestly,…


‘We’ve Chosen Not to Live Our Lives in Fear,’ Says Pastor at Shen Yun

SYRACUSE, N. Y.—Daniel Houck, a pastor, explained why he and his wife Patti, were unafraid to come and see Shen Yun Performing Arts. “I think God made us to be relational people and the last couple of years, a lot of folks have been isolated and it’s impacted who they are,” he said. “Honestly, neither…


‘Enjoyment Is Healing’ Says Shen Yun Audience Member

JACKSON, Miss.—Nothing is a better remedy to an ailing mind and body than a night of beauty and relaxation. Chris Thornton attended the single performance of Shen Yun Performing Arts at Thalia Mara Hall and shared that Shen Yun has left him in high spirits and will continue to do so for weeks to come….


Shen Yun Transports French Audience Through China’s 5,000 Years of Culture

AIX-EN-PROVENCE, France—Audience members often say that Shen Yun Performing Arts takes them on a journey through five millennia of history and it was no different for Betty Villard, a professional dancer, and her mother Nicky, who expressed how time flew during the whole experience. “I have the impression I have traveled—I was completely elsewhere, I…


Shen Yun Brings the Beauty of Chinese Culture to El Paso

EL PASO, Texas—It’s the color of Shen Yun that draws people in, and at the Sunday matinee in El Paso, it was no different. Luis Gerardo, retired law enforcement, and Martha Gerardo, a chief human resources officer, came to Shen Yun for the first time that day. “Actually we’ve seen it (advertised) a couple of times…


Shen Yun in Cleveland: A Feast for the Eyes, Food for Thought

CLEVELAND, Ohio—Intermission at The State Theatre during the Feb. 6, 2022 matinee of Shen Yun found audiences equal parts exhilarated and pensive. Among them were Julia McCaslin, director of operations for a seafood company; and her husband Matthew Depante, a chef de cuisine for Hilton. “It was beautiful dancing!” said Ms. McCaslin. “I really like…


Shen Yun Is ‘A Magical Performance That Transports Us Through Time’, Says French Actress

MONTPELLIER, France—One of the reasons why movies and television are so entertaining is because of the talented actors and actresses in the business. For Shen Yun Performing Arts, the dancers can tell stories just as dramatically but without the use of a single spoken word. “I found it to be an absolutely magical, wonderful performance! It…