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…
‘I Was Mesmerized,’ Japanese Company Executive Says After Shen Yun
NAGOYA, Japan—An executive of a renowned Nagoya construction company said he was deeply moved after attending Shen Yun Performing Arts at the Aichi Prefectural Art Theater on Jan. 29. “The show is amazingly beautiful. I was mesmerized by it,” said Mr. Matsuyama Hidekazu, the construction company’s executive. Mr. Matsuyama was in awe of the dancers‘…
Japanese Entrepreneurs Say Shen Yun Brings Hope to People
NAGOYA, Japan—Many Japanese entrepreneurs attended Shen Yun Performing Arts at the Aichi Prefectural Art Theater in Nagoya on Jan. 29, and several of them said Shen Yun brought hope to people. “We are in the pandemic. I was very touched to attend Shen Yun, such a fabulous show,” said Mr. Okamoto Shigeru, the president of…
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…
‘Shen Yun Is Incredibly Good,’ Says Chinese Student in Japan
NAGOYA, Japan—A Chinese student who studied classical Chinese dance had the opportunity to attend Shen Yun Performing Arts at the Aichi Prefectural Art Theater in Nagoya on Jan. 28. “Their skills and techniques are magnificent. They are awesome!” said Ms. Meng after the performance. “I started to learn classical Chinese dance at 3 years old. Many…
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‘My Mind Is Very Clear Now’: Japanese Executive Wants to Attend Shen Yun Again
NAGOYA, Japan—A Japanese executive said Shen Yun is amazing, enriched his heart, and gave him energy, after attending the performance at the Aichi Prefectural Art Theater in Nagoya on Jan. 30. “My heart is very calm, and my mind is very clear now. I strongly felt that we should not lose to evil,” said Mr….