OTTAWA, Canada—Despite a day of heavy snowfall, the sold-out audience at the National Arts Centre in Ottawa gave Shen Yun an impressive reception on opening night.
After seeing the show for the first time, physician David Adams said that he liked it very much, as the music was very inspiring and brought a lot of emotion.
The hallmark of Shen Yun is classical Chinese dance, an art form developed during 5,000 years of China’s history. As it continually evolves, the dance system is one of the most complex and complete in the world. Those with an appreciation for dance express amazement at the agility, athleticism, and technique of the dancers.
“The synchronization is amazing,” Dr. Adams said, adding that the dances were very coordinated and well-timed.
According to its website, Shen Yun’s mission is to revive 5,000 years of divinely inspired Chinese culture.
The performance presents a series of stories or mini-dramas that showcase the essence of traditional Chinese culture and values.
In addition to the dance-stories, the performance includes vocal soloists, a full orchestra, and animated digital backdrops that add depth and context to each dance.
Dr. Adams said that what he will be taking away from the show is “the beautiful colour and the dance and the softness.”
‘Walking in heaven with the phoenix’
