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Violinist Sarah Veazey performs "Falun Dafa is Great" arranged for string quartet, in celebration of World Falun Dafa Day on May 13. Source: youtube.com/@TheSoundOfSar…

What does "Shen Yun" mean? Shen (神) refers to divine beings—Buddhas, Taoist immortals, and celestial figures from Chinese tradition. Yun (韻) means rhythm—but more than that, it describes someone’s bearing, presence, spirit in motion. So, put together, what does Shen Yun

799 performances. 199 cities. 26 countries. Over 1 million audience members. Shen Yun has successfully concluded its 18th world tour. Our 8 touring groups and hundreds of performers overcame tornadoes and fires as well as sabotage attempts from the Chinese Communist Party and

Today, while America remembers its fallen, we at Shen Yun pause to reflect on the freedom we’re blessed to have—and those who gave everything to protect it. Our performances revive the beauty of traditional Chinese culture, something that’s no longer allowed in China today. But

You’ve probably heard of Journey to the West, or its popular character the Monkey King, but did you know that Journey to the West is just one of China’s Four Classic Novels? The other three novels are Outlaws of the Marsh, Romance of the Three Kingdoms, and Dream of the Red

Classical Chinese dance isn’t just about the technical skill—it also has that inner bearing, or the expression of your inner world. In this clip, Principal dancer Lillian Parker shares what makes Classical Chinese dance so uniquely powerful: the harmony of precise technique and

Happy Father's Day! How do you raise 56 children? Emperor Kangxi of the Qing Dynasty might’ve had some ideas! Known as one of China’s greatest rulers and the longest-reigning emperor in Chinese history, Kangxi was a tireless worker, an inventor, and a writer who cared deeply

This Father’s Day, dancers Lee and Grace Rubacek reflect on the quiet strength behind their art. A lesser-known fact: both of their parents once traveled to Tiananmen Square to peacefully hold a banner in support of Falun Dafa after the CCP launched its violent crackdown in

There's a phrase from an ancient Chinese poem that goes like this: "Cherish not your robes embroidered in gold, but the number of days before you grow old." Everyone has something that they cherish most in this world. Have you ever regretted not cherishing something because you

If you find yourself watching a classical Chinese dance and martial arts performance, would you guess that the two actually share the same roots in China’s 5000-year-old culture? What is classical Chinese dance anyway, is it basically ballet? A combination of techniques and

What makes Shen Yun unique? Emcee Jared Madsen breaks it down in his interview with American Thought Leaders—how Shen Yun revives traditional Chinese culture outside of communist rule, giving artists the freedom to truly express 5,000 years of civilization, unfiltered and

Thank you, Leeshai Lemish, for joining me on my podcast. You are a fantastic storyteller as you share what Shen Yun Performing Arts has done for the past 19 years as their Master of Ceremonies the entire time! You can listen now: borntotalkradioshow.com/leeshai-lemish/

What is classical Chinese dance? It’s not ballet. It’s not kung fu. Is it both? Well, classical Chinese dance is one of the most expressive and demanding art forms in the world. It developed over thousands of years and has its own complete system of training, including form,

"Shall I compare thee to a summer's day?" One of the four great beauties of Chinese history, Lady Yang of the Tang dynasty, was renowned for her exceptional beauty, which was said to put flowers to shame. Yet like the vibrant summer rose that wilts all too quickly, her simple

In Episode 5, dancer Daniel Sun takes you behind the scenes of the zan bu—a dynamic jump kick seen in both martial arts and classical Chinese dance. You may recognize the move from action films, but its roots go much deeper. Learn about its origins, see it in action, and get

At Shen Yun, our artists hail from all over the world, but they share one thing in common: they’ve found freedom and purpose in America. Many can’t return to China because Shen Yun shares the real, uncensored Chinese culture—the kind the Chinese Communist Party has tried to

As we dive deeper into July, the sunny days grow longer and hotter. But instead of staying indoors to escape the heat, take a trip with us to a tranquil lakeside palace of the Tang dynasty! There, beautiful maidens dance with rippling “water sleeves,” cascading extensions of silk

Ballet and Classical Chinese dance: two of the most comprehensive dance systems in the world, yet as different as the Eastern and Western cultures that shape them. While Ballet focuses more on straight lines and precision, Classical Chinese dance emphasizes curved silhouettes

“I was really, really excited. Looking back, I’m very, very grateful. But at the time... It didn’t really register.” In this short clip, principal dancer Lillian Parker reflects on the surreal moment she was selected to tour with Shen Yun. Part of a longer interview on American

Known for their fierce courage and unwavering loyalty, these men were rumored to run on walls and shoot shuriken blades. No, they were not ninjas, but rather members of the Ming imperial guard, the emperor’s personal secret police.  Not only were they entrusted with protecting