SACRAMENTO, Calif.—Although America is a young country, it is filled with people who carry the ancient heritage of their mother nation.
The performance really struck a chord with Mr. Chong.
“It really does inspire me to remember where I came from. So always remembering when we drink anything [related to] water, to be appreciative of who put in the effort to dig the well. And I think it’s very exemplary here. We live in a great country, and we have great opportunities. And really, some people ahead of us put in the work, so we could have the privilege to enjoy things like this today,” said Mr. Chong.
“It’s covered a span of 5,000 years. It really lets me appreciate a lot of the performing arts, talking about how a lot of the moves from even other dances originated from the Chinese,” said Mr. Chong.
While society is focusing on the latest technology and other turmoils going on in the world, Shen Yun is for many a reminder to return to tradition.
“I really appreciate the production. I really appreciate, especially in this day and time, how Shen Yun really is exemplifying a whole tradition—all of the Asian culture wrapped up in this incredible performance for the world to really enjoy,” said Mr. Chong.
“There’s a serious message to it. But I feel very honored. It makes me grateful to live in this country, but also very humbled about things that are going on in China right now,” shared Mr. Chong.
