Category: Audience Comments

‘We Need It More Than Ever,’ Says Theatre Patron of Shen Yun’s Message

SPARTANBURG, S.C.—Mark Mangolas, global growth, strategy, and innovation account manager at Rubrik, Inc,. and his wife Kathi Mangolas were in awe of the impressive talent and beauty of Shen Yun Performing Arts at Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium on March 25. “I wasn’t expecting it to be this enjoyable, but it was really enjoyable,” Mr. Mangolas said. “So…


Shen Yun Celebrates the Art, Creativity, and History of China, Says Company VP

SPARTANBURG, S.C.—Andy and Renee Locklair attended Shen Yun Performing Arts at the Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium on March 26. Mr. Locklair, a vice president in the design-build industry, said he had read much about the performance. “Then, my wife and I wanted to celebrate the Chinese tradition prior to communism.” Based in New York, Shen Yun was founded in 2006…


Shen Yun Shows What Society Needs Right Now, Says Financial Specialist

MISSISSAUGA, Canada—Katerina and Nazar Bylen, who both work in the financial industry, had seen Shen Yun Performing Arts once before the pandemic. With the New York-based dance company’s return to Mississauga, the couple wanted to attend again, this time with their daughter, who also dances. “It’s really spiritual, so it really helps, especially with everything…


Shen Yun ‘Really Something Special,’ Says Mississauga Councillor

MISSISSAUGA, Canada—Brad Butt, councillor of the City of Mississauga, has been active in the Mississauga community for three decades, volunteering and holding various government positions, and has seen Shen Yun Performing Arts in Mississauga three times. “We are so pleased that you’ve brought this production to Mississauga, giving us an opportunity to watch it. The work that’s…


Shen Yun Is ‘Very Uplifting and Makes You Want to Be a Better Person,’ Says Company Owner

SAN LUIS OBISPO, Calif.—The last time Laura Iliff, the owner of a construction company, and her daughter Lauren attended Shen Yun Performing Arts was before the pandemic. They loved that experience. This year, when they saw that Shen Yun is at the Performing Arts Center in San Luis Obispo, the duo jumped at the chance…


Shen Yun Is ‘A Very Elegant, Graceful, and Remarkable Show,’ Says Award-Winning Actress

VANCOUVER, Canada—Jennifer Barr, an award-winning comedian, actress, and screenwriter, attended Shen Yun’s evening performance at Queen Elizabeth Theatre with her sister Jane on March 25. The sisters agreed that the show was remarkable, and they will definitely be returning to see more. “The choreography, the dancing—it was so graceful and elegant. The costumes were fantastic….


Shen Yun a ‘Window Into Almost a Lost Culture,’ Says Professional Golfer

MISSISSAUGA, Ontario—Professional golfer Craig Watkins and his wife, Nicole, a training manager in biopharma, attended a performance of Shen Yun Performing Arts at the Living Arts Centre on March 25.   They learned about Shen Yun from an Instagram ad and enjoyed their experience. “I love it,” Mrs. Watkins said. “I think the dancing is incredible, the synchronization…


CEO Says Shen Yun Absolutely Exceeded Her Expectations

MISSISSAUGA, Ontario—CEO Susan Goebel attended Shen Yun Performing Arts with her family at the Living Arts Centre on March 25. “It was wonderful,” Ms. Goebel said. “Absolutely wonderful. I was expecting great visuals, [and it was] wonderful to listen to. Fantastic. She was impressed with the stories of ancient Chinese history. “I happen to be…


We’re Very Proud of Shen Yun in All of Canada, Says Renowned Television Presenter

MISSISSAUGA, Canada—Canadian television presenter Kevin Brauch, who co-hosted The Iron Chef of America and other well-known programs, attended Shen Yun’s evening performance at the Living Arts Centre on March 24. Accompanying him was Ms. Erin Ayoung-Chee, a travel manager. The couple had followed Shen Yun’s commercial on TV for a long time and spoke about…


Fine Arts Painter Inspired by ‘Passion and Effort’ Displayed by Shen Yun Performers

NORTHRIDGE, Calif.—Jessica Wilder, a fine arts painter, was inspired by the display of Shen Yun performers’ “passion and effort” after watching Shen Yun perform at the Younes and Soraya Nazarian Center for the Performing Arts on March 22. “Just so much emotion appears when you watch people just put all their passion and effort into…