Category: United States

Shen Yun’s Mission Is ‘Of Utmost Importance’ and ‘A Battle for Humanity,’ Says Retired U.S. Navy

ORANGE PARK, Fla.—Retired U.S. Navy Stephen Mansfield thought Shen Yun Performing Arts was fantastic after he attended its evening show at Thrasher-Horne Center on April 8. “It takes you back to where I think China was a long, long time ago. Hopefully, someday we’ll return there—if we ever purge communism out of China. It’s going…


Shen Yun ‘Brought an Amazing Dimension to the Human Condition,’ Says Physician

SEATTLE—For Drey and Meghan Pavlov, Shen Yun Performing Arts was more than 5,000 years of history, it touched on something present and universal. “It was an amazing experience,” said Mr. Pavlov, a physician. “It really brought an amazing dimension to the human condition with the way the pageantry and the costumes just pulled you into…


Shen Yun ‘Was Spectacular,’ Says Former NY Governor

NEW YORK—David Paterson, former governor of New York, is legally blind, but he was able to find a way to enjoy Shen Yun Performing Arts. “I can’t see it as well as everyone else. But everything I saw was beautiful, and the movements were incredible,” said Mr. Paterson at the evening performance at Lincoln Center…


Architect and Former Ballroom Dance Champion Applauds Shen Yun Dancers

CHICAGO—Architect Patrick McCarty attended Shen Yun Performing Arts at the Auditorium Theatre on April 8. His overall impression was “fantastic.” McCarty said he was very touched byShen Yun’s “Water Sleeves” and the Manchurian dances. “I loved the Manchurian dance,” he said. “It was just stunning with the shoes that they had, with no heels on. I…


Shen Yun’s Renewal of Traditional Chinese Culture Is Very Important, Gives Hope, Says Theatregoer

ORANGE PARK, Fla.—“It was wonderful!” Mark Mato, an instructional systems designer, said after experiencing Shen Yun Performing Arts at the Thrasher-Horn Center at St. Johns River State College on April 8. “It really was. The execution and skill both in timing and in grace are both excellent,” he said. Based in New York, Shen Yun…


Shen Yun’s Renewal of Traditional Chinese Culture Is Very Important, Gives Hope, Says Theatergoer

ORANGE PARK, Fla.—“It was wonderful!” Mark Mato, an instructional systems designer, said after experiencing Shen Yun Performing Arts at the Thrasher-Horn Center at St. Johns River State College on April 8. “It really was. The execution and skill both in timing and in grace are both excellent,” he said. Based in New York, Shen Yun…


Shen Yun a ‘Message of Peace and Tranquility,’ Says Former New York Official

NEW YORK—Phil Boyle, former New York state senator and assemblymember, felt touched by tranquility seeing Shen Yun Performing Arts at Lincoln Center. “Oh it’s beautiful—the culture, the dancing, the music, it’s really memorable,” Mr. Boyle said after the April 8 matinee. “It touches my heart to see such beautiful movements and to know the long history…


‘Culture Is What Roots Us,’ Says Manager of Business Development

SEATTLE—Manager of business development Troy Olsen “really enjoyed” Shen Yun Performing Arts at Seattle’s McCaw Hall on April 8. He was impressed with the professional quality of Shen Yun. “I thought it was excellent. [It’s] the first time I’ve ever seen something like that. It was kind of nice to see some insights into the…


Shen Yun ‘Enjoyable, Peaceful, Uplifting Experience,’ Says PR Executive

NEW YORK—Victoria Ryan, a public relations executive, felt great peace seeing Shen Yun Performing Arts at Lincoln Center. “The artistry is unmatched,” said Ms. Ryan on the afternoon of April 8. “I love the colors, I love the dancing, but I really love this whole message about the peace,” she said. New York-based Shen Yun is…


Shen Yun Showcases ‘Respect, Loyalty, and a Desire for Freedom of Expression,’ Says Company Executive

SEATTLE—Fifteen years ago, business executive Todd Fessler attended Shen Yun Performing Arts with his wife. On April 7, he brought his daughter to the Marion Oliver McCaw Hall to see the show for a second time. The program was a brand-new, yet nostalgic surprise. He thought it was top quality. “It was lovely! It’s so…