ATLANTA—Celena Brown, an Atlanta entrepreneur and business owner, was among the first to see the Shen Yun Performing Arts 2023 world premiere. Sitting front and center, Ms. Brown said she had the opportunity to witness each and every movement, and dubbed the experience a magical one. “It is a very impressive show, impressive talent,” she […]
Shen Yun Performing Arts will begin its 2023 world tour on Christmas Eve. This promises to be the company’s biggest season yet, covering more than 180 cities in more than 20 countries across five continents. Shen Yun will perform five shows in Boston from Dec. 27 to 31, then two shows in Worcester on Jan. […]
Shen Yun Performing Arts will begin its 2022-23 season on Christmas Eve and its first stop in the United States is Atlanta, Georgia. Georgia state and municipal officials have issued greetings and proclamations to New York-based Shen Yun, welcoming its artists to the state and the various cities that Shen Yun will be visiting. Governor […]
The 2022 Shen Yun Performing Arts world tour swept away the uncertainty and anxiety of the global pandemic and brought beauty and hope to millions of audience members around the globe. The classical Chinese dance company was met with full houses at top theaters and praise from audience members from all walks of life who […]
China has a long and continuous history of 5,000 years. Like the rise and fall of the tide, its dynasties came and went. The thrilling story of one such dynasty—the late Eastern Han dynasty—is now a is a four-act opera “The Stratagem” and is available for viewing on Shen Yun Creations. This world-class production is […]
After a nearly two year break from the stage, New York-based Shen Yun Performing Arts was one of the first performances to emerge from the global pandemic with a world tour. To meet the anticipation and demand of waiting audiences, the normally half-year tour season was expanded from July 2021 to July 2022, nearly a […]
Ziheng Huang, a Shen Yun dancer, embraces freedom in the West, fighting persecution through art. “Actually, to me, being part of Shen Yun is a duty. To revive traditional Chinese culture in the United States, I feel that is an honor. It’s a sacred job to me.” “The first year that I came to the […]
With the division and chaos in today’s world, many may feel hopelessness or despair—but some have found peace and hope in an unexpected place: Shen Yun Performing Arts. “I’m half Ukrainian … so right now, I’m very worried about Ukraine, but this gives me hope,” said Terry Zakanycz, who saw the Shen Yun in Las […]
Shen Yun Performing Arts is giving more than two dozen performances this week throughout the United States and Europe. “It was just a rare form of art,” said Melony Stuckey, a painter and artist who saw Shen Yun with her friend in Columbia, South Carolina. “It was amazing, just beautiful. … The color of the […]
In Cheyenne, Wyoming, Shen Yun Performing Arts drew audience members from other cities. Many drove an hour and a half from the Denver, Colorado, area on icy roads after a winter storm to see it, and they said the trip was worth it. “You cannot make up a presence, you cannot make up an atmosphere, […]
Shen Yun Performing Arts finished four performances in Sant Cugat, Spain. “First of all, the colors. I think the explosion of colors is amazing. Another thing that I also enjoyed a lot was the elegance of the movements,” said Aldo Ciprián, spokesman of Ciudadanos en Sant Cugat (Citizens in Sant Cugat). “And lastly, what blew […]
Moving, transforming, and healing—this is what audience members said after watching Shen Yun Performing Arts. This week, Shen Yun performed seven shows throughout the United States and Europe. “It’s absolutely spectacular. It’s a rocket on steroids, with absolutely precision performance,” said Ben Siler, who saw the show in Johnson City, Tennessee. “The orchestra, the precision, […]
Shen Yun Performing Arts wrapped up its first three shows in Salzburg, Austria. “Wonderful, what they’re doing there is unbelievable,” said Alexander Müllenbach, a renowned composer and conductor. “You can say it’s a potpourri for the senses,” said Frank Walz, a professor at Salzburg University. Walz waited two years to see the performance. He bought […]
Some people might feel uncomfortable coming out to see a grand performance during this pandemic. But the audience of the classical Chinese dance performance Shen Yun says it’s exactly what they needed–especially during this pandemic. “I think you should take us all over the country and the world. It’s to be seen by everybody,” said […]
Over the weekend, Shen Yun Performing Arts delivered over 10 performances in four different cities across the United States and Europe. The mayors of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and Greeley, Colorado, issued proclamations to the performers. “Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you, for an incredible show. Today was not just a show of beauty. It […]
The seemingly never-ending pandemic can bring one’s spirits down. But Shen Yun’s audience members say the classical Chinese dance performance brings some much-needed relief. “It’s so beautiful and so uplifting,” said Dan Hare, a retired documentary film director. “It’s kind of a holistic feeling to it. I was so impressed. You’re floating on air when […]
The pandemic has left many feeling hopeless, depressed, and closed off from the outside world, but some have found healing in an unexpected place. “It’s the perfect prescription for the pandemic. Anything that ills us right now Shen Yun will take care of … After leaving here, I feel like everything’s going to be just […]
For the past week, Shen Yun has been performing in seven cities throughout the United States and in Europe—attracting audience members from all walks of life. “Very meaningful, absolutely touching,” said Emily Greene, a lawyer from Baltimore. “Absolute world class athletes and performers, and the artistry is some of the greatest I’ve ever seen,” said Chris […]
Shen Yun Performing Arts finished its five performances in Cologne, Germany, this week. Samuel Youn, a well-known South Korean bass-baritone who lives and works in Germany, attended its last performance. “This music and dance can truly inspire people around the world,” he said. Youn is one of the most sought-after singers in his field worldwide, […]
Shen Yun started its European tour last weekend with its first performances in Cologne–one of the oldest and largest cities in Germany. The performance attracted many audience members from different artistic fields. “Anyone whose heart is not made of stone will be touched by it,” said Uwe Mies, a German film critic. “I have a […]
Shen Yun started its tour in Georgia last week. Audience members in Atlanta and Savannah said it was an unforgettable experience. “We’re very privileged to have Shen Yun coming to Savanna. It was an opportunity of a lifetime,” said Vincent Moore, a pilot. “With the colorful costumes, the enchanting backdrops, they’re just so majestic. … […]
Audience members who watched Shen Yun at the War Memorial Opera House in San Francisco on Jan. 7 said the performance filled them with feelings of inspiration and hope. “It’s amazing. We absolutely love it,” said Larissa Pommerand, an entrepreneur at League One Volleyball. “The talent is incredible. The teamwork and synchronization of the dancers […]
Over the weekend, Shen Yun Performing Arts took to the stage for 20 shows in seven different cities—from California, to Texas, to Miami, to Cologne, Germany. Moving, inspiring, and uplifting—that’s what theatergoers around the world had to say after watching Shen Yun’s 2022 program. “It was an opportunity of a lifetime,” said Vincent Moore, a […]
Shen Yun’s performance moved audience members in San Francisco’s War Memorial Opera House on Jan. 3. “Just their abilities, their connection, the fluidity—it’s just mind-blowing, it’s so incredible. And the fact that it’s so uplifting, and full of joy and full of inspiration, is how it should be. That’s what we need during these times […]
Days before the New Year, people filled the theaters in San Diego, California, to attend Shen Yun performances on Dec. 28 and 29. “I think it’s an amazing show—unbelievably colorful, unbelievably touchable—you know, my soul. Because all dancers look like birds in the air,” said Valentina Frank, a former music teacher. Frank said she taught […]
Audience members attended two Shen Yun performances at Zellerbach Hall in Berkeley, California, on Dec. 29 and Dec. 30, 2021. “Oh my gosh, it is so beautiful, so precise! The colors are so amazing. The story of the culture, we just love it. Love it,” said Bev Cleland, a former medical professional. “I can’t wait […]
Orange County Supervisor Lisa Bartlett welcomed Shen Yun back to Costa Mesa, California. The proclamation was presented by Christian Abueg, her policy adviser, on Jan. 1, 2022. “I can see why it’s a very applauded performance: because of the amount of work and dedication that goes into it, as well as the messages that it sends […]
With a standing ovation, Shen Yun Performing Arts successfully wrapped up its two performances in South Carolina. “It was wonderful. I think the first half before the intermission, I particularly enjoyed the colors, the costumes, plus the backdrop … it was just a feast for the eyes,” said Al Stewart, who works for The Boeing […]
The curtain opens, and principal dancer Steven Wang leaps out, unfurling a banner in his hands. On it, five characters are written. They read: Falun Dafa is good. For daring to utter these few simple words, tens of millions in China, including Wang’s family, face severe persecution by China’s communist regime. Wang, a classical Chinese dancer, […]
Shen Yun returned to Fresno, California, at the William Saroyan Theatre for two afternoon performances to showcase 5,000 years of traditional Chinese culture. “Classical Chinese dance is so beautiful and it’s something we never get to see. We love the acrobatics, and the movements are so fluid. The balance between fast and slow, and strong […]
Shen Yun performed in Eugene, Oregon, at the Hult Center for the Performing Arts on Oct. 16 and 17. Spiritually based stories touched the audience members. “I saw a lot of golden threads of truth intertwine between what was presented and what I believed all my life, … that origin of divine truth that goes […]
KANSAS CITY, Mo.—Pamela Skarda is someone who believes that faith does not have to create borders. After attending Shen Yun Performing Arts on her birthday, she was able to share the deep emotions that she experienced while watching the performance. “Utterly phenomenal, the best performance I’ve ever seen in my life,” Ms. Skarda said. “The […]
A self-proclaimed introvert, Evangeline Zhu took no pleasure from speaking to strangers and had little desire to be in the limelight. But now, she’s found herself center stage—with thousands staring at every move she makes. “For dance, you have to use your body to express your emotions or a certain message in your heart that […]
There’s little that scares the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) more than the growing popularity of traditional culture—embodied in the brilliant sights and sounds of Shen Yun Performing Arts. It makes sense. New York-based Shen Yun’s mission is to revive 5,000 years of Chinese civilization, an ancient culture centered around harmony between heaven, earth, and humankind—a […]
One Westerner’s fascination with traditional Chinese culture took him to China, but the experience didn’t live up to his expectations. When he arrived, he found that it was a communist society, not rich with the culture and philosophy that had captivated him. It was only after he returned to the United States that he found […]
A Chinese diplomat in Peru asked Peruvian officials and media staff not to see the dance show “Shen Yun” during his visit to a local public library on Thursday, Dec. 12, in the most recent attempt by the communist regime to interfere with the show through diplomatic means. In a video obtained by NTD, Yong […]
Beijing has opened a new front on the internet for its more than a decade-old campaign to shut down a performing arts company whose shows challenge the Chinese regime’s human rights record and cultural identity. Google search results for the Shen Yun Performing Arts company are steering users toward Chinese regime propaganda. Among the top […]
A Danish theater’s inconsistent explanation regarding its abrupt decision to walk away from a nearly signed contract with Shen Yun Performing Arts, as well as previous setbacks for the New York-based Chinese classical dance company in Denmark, have fueled public debate about the influence of communist China in the Nordic country. Shen Yun was set […]
The Chinese communist regime has deployed its massive army of internet trolls to smear Shen Yun Performing Arts in an effort to sway public opinion against it, according to the company. These anonymous people are working to stack Google search results with negative reviews of Shen Yun, Leeshai Lemish, an emcee with the company, said […]
Shen Yun has practically sold out every year. Audience response has been tremendous. Yet, if you Google “Shen Yun”, the top three review articles showing up are negative. Negative comments continue to flood in on Yelp, Twitter, and other social media. For Shen Yun, these attacks are not uncommon. The traditional Chinese dance group, based […]
Shen Yun is not your ordinary performing arts company. Every year, it not only has to deal with the challenges associated with executing a high-end stage production and bringing it to hundreds of cities around the world, the company also has to contend with an unrelenting campaign by the Chinese Communist regime to thwart its […]
Shen Yun Performing arts has successfully finished its 2019 tour with the last stop in Memphis, Tennessee, on May 13. For Jack Belz, it’s not his first time seeing the performance, but he said each time it surprises him. “It was just wonderful. This is the fourth time we’ve seen Shen Yun. Every time it’s […]
Shen Yun performed in Newark, New Jersey for 7 days with 10 performances from April 26 to May 4. Its uplifting display of traditional Chinese music and dance has attracted many artists. “It was beautiful. It was amazing. I’m a really big fan of the journey west, so as soon as I saw they had […]
The legendary Grammy Award-winning singer Florence LaRue from The 5th Dimension saw Shen Yun in Los Angeles on May 1. As an artist herself, she was deeply impressed by the artistic level and said the charm of the artists was extraordinary. “It was fabulous. I have been waiting to see the show, and I could […]
Actor and comedian Tracy Morgan saw Shen Yun with his family in Newark at New Jersey Performing Arts Center on May 2. He describes the experience as witnessing another world. “We didn’t know what to expect. It was way beyond our expectations. Beautiful. Everybody here is enjoying it,” said Tracy. “It’s beautiful. It’s a whole […]
Shen Yun recently finished its 7 sold-out performances at The Kennedy Center Opera House in Washington from April 17 to 21. Audience members were deeply touched by the beauty and the charm of the performance. “It was so gracious, there was such harmony and you felt such peace, it was just magnificent,” said Winston Hayth, a […]
Prominent Chinese rights activist Chen Guangcheng is a longtime fan of Shen Yun. After attending the performance this year at the Kennedy Center Opera House in Washington on April 17, his deepest take away was the feeling of joy for Shen Yun’s success, despite the Chinese Communist Party’s systematic attempt to sabotage Shen Yun around […]
J. Michael Waller, is a national security expert and vice president of government relations at the Washington-based think tank Center for Security Policy. He watched Shen Yun at the Kennedy Center Opera House in Washington on April 17, and appreciated that this performance shows true Chinese traditional culture and its virtue. “Shen Yun is such […]
Lloyd Klein is a well-known fashion designer whose designs have appeared on many red carpets in Hollywood. When he saw Shen Yun for the first time at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts in West Palm Beach on April 16, he was immensely attracted by the delightful colors and beautiful flowing costumes. “I thought the […]
After completing three performances in El Paso, Texas, Shen Yun’s North America Company arrived at the capital of Arkansas for two evening performances. Janet Smith, a CEO and principal broker for Real Estate Needs & Wants, Inc., saw a performance at Robinson Center in Little Rock. She praised the performers’ skill level. “This production was […]
MADRID, Spain—Bundled-up in a heavy coat and thick scarf, a theatergoer stared back at her own bewildered expression on the glass door of the Royal Theater. She had expected one of Spain’s top theaters to burst with life and warmth for the opening night of Shen Yun Performing Arts on Jan. 31, in Madrid, but […]
A European politician has denounced the recent cancellations of traditional Chinese dance and music performances in Spain that appear to stem from pressure by the Chinese embassy, calling the actions a form of “blackmailing.” The New York-based Shen Yun—whose mission is to revive 5,000 years of Chinese civilization through music and dance, according to its […]
Retired U.S. military officers were touched by the spirit of Shen Yun performers and the values expressed through the stories. David Chambers, a former U.S. Air Force officer expressed his love for the Chinese culture after watching the performance in San Antonio, Texas, on Dec. 29. “I just love the culture, I love the beautiful, […]
The story of how Charlene Gibb came to see Shen Yun Performing Arts is a surreal one and truly magical, in every sense of the word. Charlene, a retired teacher assistant from New York’s Hudson Valley area, recalls that on Jan. 19, 2018, as she was lying in bed, she heard a voice saying the […]
Shen Yun Symphony Orchestra will be performing at Carnegie Hall on Oct. 7. Comprised of both classical western and eastern instruments, the Shen Yun Symphony Orchestra creates a unique sound like no other. “We go to a lot of concerts, this is the first time we’ve heard this orchestra and it’s been a real treat. […]
Today, the words “made in China” conjure up images of cheap goods, shoddy manufacturing, and faulty technology. In earlier times, however, China was known as the maker of fine silk, porcelain, jade, and the inventor of paper. This 5,000-year-old civilization, with over a dozen dynasties and equally rich traditions, has become the inspiration for a […]
Danish lawmakers and intellectuals have condemned a blatant encroachment on artistic freedom, after a local radio station exposed the Chinese Embassy’s attempts to stop the Royal Danish Theater from hosting a world-renowned performing arts company. Radio24syv obtained email correspondence between two theater employees that appeared to confirm that the Chinese Embassy had requested that the theater prevent Shen Yun Performing […]
In Western countries, movies like Kung Fu Panda, Mulan, and Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon are what most often represent Chinese culture to the mainstream. Like General Tso’s Chicken and fortune cookies, which aren’t even from China, a lot of China’s true culture has gotten lost in translation. But audiences in the West are interested in […]
Shen Yun Performing Arts started its 2018 world tour, so you may have seen this poster in your local city or town. Shen Yun’s mission is to revive China’s 5,000-year history through the arts, and teach people about classical Chinese dance, a dance form not well known in the West. Classical Chinese dance was passed […]
Shen Yun Performing Arts came back to New York’s Lincoln Center with an enthusiastic response from their home state. The classical Chinese dance and music company was set to perform just 10 shows at the David H. Koch Theater in Manhattan, but ended up adding another four shows when the first 10 sold out. Their […]
With four simultaneous performances in different cities in North America, Shen Yun Performing Arts started its global tour of the world with all new programming on Friday evening. The New York-based company’s different touring performance companies staged shows in Houston, Kansas City, Burlington, VT, and Waterbury, CT, treating audiences to exhilarating performances of classical Chinese […]
