ADELAIDE, Australia—“Entertainment is incredible,” says actor and award-winning playwright Stephen House, “but I think entertainment with a purpose or a message actually turns it from silver to gold.”
“It allowed you to see the beauty of China, from centuries before. And this show was carrying—that history and that beauty—right to the forefront,” he said. “It was really wonderful to watch.”
Its performances weave a story of hope from the divinely inspired culture of China, with its 5,000-year history shaped by the philosophies of Buddhism, Taoism, and Confucianism.
“You will be amazed by how vibrant, exciting, and profound classical Chinese culture can be,” Shen Yun says on its website.
House said he really appreciated how Shen Yun’s array of vignettes showcased Chinese traditions, amid some comedy as well.
“But there was something that I said from the beginning to my friend: I really liked the political edge.
“I thought the tradition and the history was very important. So it was wonderful to be watching something that was so steeped in [history].”
Lisa said she found Shen Yun “captivating from start to finish.”
“Actually meaningful, isn’t it,” she added.
“The stories that were touching ... I like the touching on the compassion and the belief in their God.”
“I thought it was astounding, absolutely astounding.”
In closing, House said Shen Yun is “a spectacular delight.”
‘Like Flying on a Chinese Magic Carpet’
Classical violinist and teacher Loretta di Palma, who saw Shen Yun on Saturday afternoon, said “I feel like I’m flying through on a Chinese magic carpet.”
She said the “world-class” performance was absolutely exquisite.
She added: “I was honored today to be a part of this vision that then came to fruition and that resonated [with] us here in Adelaide. Thank you.
“Anyone [who] values culture, being alive, and believing in the infinity, whatever that may be for that person, should definitely come and see.”
