CURITIBA, Brazil—Shen Yun Performing Arts opened its run in Curitiba, Brazil, on April 26 with a packed matinee performance at the Teatro Positivo. The theater was filled to capacity, and the atmosphere was exceptionally warm, with enthusiastic applause throughout and two curtain calls.
Among those in attendance was cardiovascular surgeon Milton de Miranda Santoro, who described the performance as an outstanding artistic presentation and something profoundly relevant to the modern world—an experience that broadens humanity’s understanding of its existence.
“I thought the show was spectacular,” Mr. de Miranda Santoro said. “It is a union of dance and music, with beautiful music presented by a fabulous orchestra. And by bringing Chinese spirituality and the history of China, it is a unique and unmissable experience.”
“What I liked most was the cultural work of bringing five thousand years of history into one show,” he said. “It is really a journey through time, and through this performance, we can get to know a bit of this ancient culture.”
Mr. de Miranda Santoro expressed strong support for Shen Yun’s mission, calling it especially meaningful in today’s world.
“I think this is what the world needs most today—to look at its own history and understand the paths and teachings it has already given us, so that we do not repeat the same mistakes of the past.”
“I found it spectacular,” he said. “It is not something tied to a specific religion, but rather to the history of humanity. It transcends any belief or dogma and expands the way human beings can understand their own existence.”
He also mentioned a concerning trend in modern society, pointing out that there is a growing emphasis on individualism rather than collective values.
“Today, we are moving toward a moment where individuality is highly valued and collectivity is not,” he said. “A show like this helps open our horizons and allows us to understand humanity as one single race, facing the same goals and living similar experiences, regardless of religion, nationality, or personal circumstances.”
“My message is simply one of encouragement—that this work does not stop, that it continues to grow and bear fruit, and that it receives more and more support,” he said. “This kind of cultural exchange is a path toward building a better world.”
