“Keep going. You’re influencing people to help spread what Chinese culture is about, and educate America about the different areas in China, and what it’s really all about to have that and share that culture,” he said.

“China before communism. China is political, we are a democratic society, we like to vote, we don’t understand it,” said Mr. Johnson.

“I learned something with regards to the different parts of China, and overall. The colors are just amazing. Very nice,” said Mr. Johnson. “We love the performance. In my mind, it’s a culture and visual journey about Chinese culture.”

Yvonne Póo, an artist was also in the audience this evening.

Through every dance, Shen Yun isn’t only depicting the beauty of Chinese culture, but also spreading a message of morality and hope.

“It’s deep. I like the aspect of humanity. If I take something from it, that will be it,” she said. “Compassion, all those values of humanity. [They’re] more than moral values to me, human values.”

“I will say that their commitment and the hours of practice is inspiring to see. [They’re] putting all that effort into representing something to express themselves,” she said.