Former general manager of Mas d‘Artigny in Saint-Paul-de-Vence, Raymond Spitz is also well known for having managed, with his wife, Château d’Esclimont in Eure-et-Loir. Nicole Spitz, now retired, was general manager of the Hôtel Negresco in Nice, an iconic establishment in the French luxury hotel industry.
“Superb, magnificent! We had heard about it from friends, and indeed, it is truly splendid,” says Raymond Spitz. “Very beautiful choreography, very beautiful show! We have no regrets, far from it.”
Music, Costumes, and Immersive Visuals
The couple emphasized the quality of the artistic performances, both musically and visually. Nicole Spitz mentioned the orchestra and soloists in particular. Although she was surprised by the soprano’s range, which differed from Western standards, she said she was deeply impressed by the performance on the erhu, a traditional Chinese two-stringed instrument. “I loved the young girl who played the erhu. ... It was magnificent! We wanted to hear more,” she says, while Raymond Spitz praises her as a “very talented musician.”The costumes and scenography also left a strong impression. “Magnificent costumes, exceptional dancers, dazzling scenery,” Nicole Spitz said.
A Universal Spiritual Dimension
Beyond aesthetics, Raymond Spitz evokes the show’s unique atmosphere. “You feel like you’re entering a completely different state of mind, bathed in a kind of divinity. You’re truly in harmony with the story being presented,” he explains.A Show that Inspires Discovery
Raymond and Nicole Spitz traveled a long way to attend Shen Yun’s performance in Toulon, drawn by the promise of something different. Their expectations were more than fulfilled, they say, by a show they describe as harmonious, inspiring, and deeply human.Through dance, music, and spirituality, Shen Yun seems to have struck a particular chord with this couple, who are sensitive to both artistic excellence and the universal values conveyed on stage.
