PHILADELPHIA, Pa.—The saying “don’t judge a book by its cover,” applies not just to people but nations too. In the case of Shen Yun Performing Arts, the company is giving audiences around the world a chance to see beyond the communist regime of China and catch a glimpse of what the culture was like during…
Post Pandemic, Shen Yun Is an Opportunity for People to Come Together
PHILADELPHIA—The Westphal family of five love the world of art and so when Shen Yun Performing Arts arrived at the Merriam Theater in Philadelphia, they were excited to attend. “I think it’s a wonderful performance and there is a lot of energy. [The dancers] are fantastic, the choreography is great, [and] the colors are awesome,”…
Shen Yun Presented With Commendation by Assemblywoman Murphy
PHILADELPHIA—New Jersey Rep. Carol Murphy together with her husband, Michael Muller, attended the Shen Yun Performing Arts performance, at the Merriam Theater in Philadelphia, without any expectations. “I did not know what to expect. And I have to tell you that this is the best show that I have seen,” she said. New York-based Shen Yun’s…
‘Never Saw Anything Like This When I Was in China,’ Says Shen Yun Audience Member
PHILADELPHIA, Pa.—If anyone attended a live performance in China, chances are they wouldn’t have seen anything like what Shen Yun Performing Arts puts on the stage. Not only is Shen Yun trying to revive the lost culture of China since the communist regime took power, but the company is unable to perform in China. “I’ve…
Shen Yun Gives Professionally Trained Figure Skater, the Urge to Spin and Dance
PHILADELPHIA, Pa.—The beauty of dance and music found in Shen Yun Performing Arts often leaves spectators tapping their feet and inspired to get out and dance as well. “I was just going to tell my husband I feel like I want to dance right now. I want to just go like this and spin around…
Shen Yun ‘Keeps the Beauty of Chinese Culture Alive’
PHILADELPHIA, Pa.—Laws and mandates cannot change the hearts of the people. Shen Yun Performing Arts proves that although China is a communist state and much of China’s traditions and culture have been destroyed, there are still people who are striving to revive and present that culture to the world. “I learned that no matter what…
World Travelers Feel the Spiritual Side of Shen Yun
PHILADELPHIA, Pa.—Once again the Merriam Theater hosted Shen Yun Performing Arts to an audience ready to be entertained. Alan Durham, plant manager at Chemglass Life Sciences, a glassware company, and his wife Debbie had wanted to see a show that presents Chinese culture but had not been able to for two years because of the…
Philadelphia Drops COVID-19 Vaccine Passport for Restaurants
The city of Philadelphia on Wednesday lifted its COVID-19 vaccine passport mandate due to a drop in cases, according to the city’s health commissioner. “As of today, we no longer need our city’s dining establishments to check vaccines,” Philadelphia Health Commissioner Dr. Cheryl Bettigole announced Wednesday. The mandate went into effect in January, requiring proof…
Man Arrested in Philly After Allegedly Stabbing 6 Family Members in Their Sleep
A man was arrested on Friday after he allegedly stabbed at least six family members inside their home in Kensington, Philadelphia, as they were sleeping, police said. The suspect was reportedly located by police a few blocks away from the home shortly after the stabbing incident, WPVI-TV reported. The 29-year-old man was found “covered with blood” and…
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Musician Captivated by Shen Yun’s Music
PHILADELPHIA, Pa. —Musician Johnny Trujillo was glowing in his praise for Shen Yun Performing Arts, and in particular the company’s unique orchestra. “I just want to watch the music,” he said. The Shen Yun orchestra is renowned for its harmonious blending of music played by classical Western and Eastern instruments. Mr. Trujillo is a music…