In the dazzling spectacle of a Shen Yun performance—in which ancient Chinese legends come alive through classical dance, soaring vocals, and a live orchestra blending Eastern and Western instruments—one essential but often overlooked element holds the show together: the MCs.
Millions of audience members have seen Shen Yun’s performances since its inception in 2006. Its eight companies of performers travel the world every year, delighting audiences on six continents. At every show, the audience is greeted by two masters of ceremonies, one speaking in Chinese and one in the local language. John Perry is an American MC, and he’s taken to the stage hundreds of times over the past seven years to act as what he calls “the bridge for the audience.”
