The city council of Modesto, California, on July 11 voted unanimously to repeal the 1990 ban on cruising, to the applause of local car aficionados. Many locals were happy because they believe the car culture promotes unity. They said cruising brings friends and family together. They also see it as an opportunity to bring money…
Cruising Is Legal Again in the California Town That Inspired ‘American Graffiti’
Former Talk Show Host Appreciates Shen Yun: ‘Good Always Wins’
MODESTO, Calif.—Diane Wagner was the host of the talk show, “Inside Out with Diane Wagner.” She was also a dancer with the Oakland Ballet. After seeing Shen Yun Performing Arts’ first of two performances in Modesto, she shared her appreciation for the performing arts company. “The Chinese dancing is beautiful. Costuming is vibrant and colorful. It’s perfection….
Shen Yun Has a ‘Healing Vibe’: UFC Champion Nick Diaz
MODESTO, Calif.—UFC champion Nick Diaz attended Shen Yun Performing Arts at the Gallo Center for the Arts on Oct. 27. The 38-year-old middleweight enjoyed Shen Yun while healing from his last fight. “It was nice to come here and see the show—it’s really peaceful, has a healing vibe,” he said. He added that he used to see…
Shen Yun Has a ‘Healing Vibe’: UFC Star Nick Diaz
MODESTO, Calif.—UFC star Nick Diaz attended Shen Yun Performing Arts at the Gallo Center for the Arts on Oct. 27. The 38-year-old middleweight enjoyed Shen Yun while healing from his last fight. “It was nice to come here and see the show—it’s really peaceful, has a healing vibe,” he said. He added that he used to see…
Retired Congressman at Shen Yun: ‘You Feel the Beauty of God’
MODESTO, Calif.—Wally Herger is a retired Congressman of Northern California, the second congressional district. He and his wife Pam have seen Shen Yun Performing Arts three times in the past four years and this time, they brought their friend Faye Amos, a retired government employee. “You feel the beauty of God,” Herger said about New…
CEO of Consulting Firm Moved by Stories in Shen Yun
MODESTO, Calif.—Gary Beaudette is the owner of a consulting firm. He is also a renowned songwriter and an author of children’s books. On the evening of Oct. 20, he, his wife, and his daughter came to see Shen Yun Performing Arts. “All [the] stories are great. They were very in-depth too,” Monica Beaudette, his wife,…
Modesto Audience Loves Shen Yun
MODESTO, Calif.—“The beauty of divine being dancing,” is the meaning behind the name, Shen Yun Performing Arts. Harley Baker, a professor, was struck by the emotions and sincerity of Shen Yun’s dancers. “Their movements were well choreographed … synchronized, well-articulated with the music. It moved me emotionally,” Prof. Baker said. He also felt the sincerity…
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Shen Yun ‘Is Extraordinary to My Heart. It’s a Passion of My Soul,’ Says Actor
MODESTO, Calif.—Actor and thespian David Storm had waited for Shen Yun’s arrival for a long time. “I wanted to see the performance because I knew the [programs] change, it’s never the same. Unfortunately, I was unable to attend last time and I was very distraught about it.” Finally, on Feb. 1, he got his opportunity…