WASHINGTON—For Congresswoman Julie Fedorchak, who represents North Dakota, and her husband, Mike, attending Shen Yun Performing Arts marked a brand-new experience.

The production is “excellent, very good quality. It’s very entertaining and fun to watch.”

After learning that the artists are currently banned by the ruling Chinese regime from performing in China, Ms. Fedorchak expressed regret over the loss and said it was “really sad.”

“I definitely appreciate the [message] and the heart and soul behind it,” she said. “The stories are fun to watch and to try to follow through the dance and all the artistic expressions.”

Shen Yun’s performance is comprised of a series of short pieces that take its audience on a ride through the dynasties and across the vast regions of China. Using classical Chinese, folk, and ethnic dances, as well as solo musical performances, the artists tell tales from ancient times to the modern day.

Mr. Fedorchak, too, loved the company’s “amazing display of freedom of religion, freedom of choice,” and encouraged the performers to “get the message out.” He added that these values are also a part of America’s foundation. So, the ban on Shen Yun “won’t happen here.”

Reflecting on the artists’ mission to bring back China’s 5,000 years of traditional culture and value, Ms. Fedorchak said she is a big supporter of those who are “investing in and saving and passing on their cultural traditions.”

“I would definitely encourage my colleagues to come.”