“Whether it be Chinese culture, its artistic essence, or its forms of expression, I believe the performance is one of the world’s most important cultural assets,” Prof. Chiu Tai-Shan—a Asia University law professor and former Mainland Affairs Council chairman, Minister of Justice, and Legislative Yuan member—told NTD.
“It is truly breathtaking, both technically and aesthetically,” National Taiwan University of Arts Prof. Stephanie Chen. “Today’s performance truly allowed us to witness the rare essence of classical art, its purest elements, the beauty of humanity, and a celebration of virtue.
“I feel that in today’s fast-paced modern society, where human interaction is often limited, the promotion of such virtues, culture, and traditional skills is quite valuable,” she added.
“I think it’s absolutely fantastic,” Lu Ling, chairman of Taiwan Police Care Association, said. “Whether it’s the dance itself or the spirit of preserving this culture, I find it truly admirable. I sense a very, very positive energy being transmitted, and I believe this cultural philosophy must be passed down to future generations.”
Audience members said the performance left them feeling energized and uplifted, with a message of hope resonating strongly throughout.
“After watching the performance, I felt that the world is full of hope and light,” Yu Tzu-Chin, the former dean of Fu Hsing Kang College at Taiwan's National Defense University, said. “I’ve been thinking about how we can keep Taiwan from being overshadowed by the dark cloud of communist infiltration. My strong recommendation is to watch Shen Yun. After seeing Shen Yun, you’ll feel that it truly is filled with light and hope.”
Shen Yun showcases China’s rich cultural heritage, which has long been regarded as divinely inspired. Audience members said they were moved by the spirit the artists displayed.
“I could sense that these dancers were all very devout; they seemed to have a sense of mission, wanting to convey certain human values and the connection between people and the divine. You could feel that solemn, deeply devout connection, which was truly moving. To reflect on where we come from and where we should be heading—that’s a rather profound message, and I think it’s wonderful,” Hung Tsung-Min, a professor at the National Taiwan Normal University, said.
“I have great admiration for Shen Yun’s young artists, because an artistic event as uplifting and inspiring as this truly deserves to be brought into schools to engage with students. It allows them to experience—beyond the cold, impersonal screens—a profound sense of spiritual purification and transformation,” Prof. Chiu said.
