By Andrea Hayley, Epoch Times
The depth and breadth of Shen Yun Performing Arts' stunning quality and skill kept State Department Cultural Series Director Caryl Fisher on the edge of her seat all evening
“It was the best show that I’ve ever seen, when it covered five thousand years of culture of this wonderful country, China. I was amazed at the precision and the excellence of the dancers, the singers, and everybody in the show. Also the costumes, they were so beautiful. It was fantastic,” said Mr. Mercedes.
Mr. Luis Cancel, Director of Cultural Affairs, and Ms. Jill Manton, Director of Programs—both part of San Francisco's Arts Commission—watched the Saturday night Shen Yun Performing Arts show in San Francisco.
“A great masterpiece. From the dancing, the music, singing, lighting, to the stage projections—everything was perfect… truly unique... something new for me and fascinating… The precision was impressive as well as the intensity with which the performers danced.”
Barbara Zapf-Dorn, Ballet Master, Zapf-Dorn Ballet School
“The theme of the show was very clear, depicting Chinese culture and history that is traditional and authentic. The programs displayed the courage, wisdom, and hardworking spirit of the Chinese people. Their hearts are so open and giving. Inspiring!”
Nilas Martins, Principal dancer, New York City Ballet
“It amazed me… The choreography is phenomenal, I think it’s the best show that I ever saw. The best. Even the backgrounds, the dancing, the choreography and the music, the singing—everything. I am very, very lucky to see this amazing and fabulous performance, and I couldn’t have imagined it would be like this.”
Valentina Alexess, former ballerina, Moscow Ballet
“...a highly professional, well thought out and beautifully produced presentation! This is not only entertainment, but a valuable cross-over cultural event: a strong, gracious gesture toward international understanding, in an all-too-troubled world.”
Donn B. Murphy, Ph.D., President, The National Theatre
“The dances were graceful, delicate, and beautiful! There was something pure and bright and also very dignified about them. This show gave me a real sense of goodness and meaning in life.”
Anna Liceica, Soloist, American Ballet Theatre
