KAOHSIUNG, Taiwan—Shen Yun Performing Arts began its tour of Taiwan on March 26 and has concluded four performances to sold-out audiences at Weiwuying National Kaohsiung Center for the Arts.
Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen and Vice President and President-elect Lai Ching-te sent flower baskets to congratulate Shen Yun on its successful performance.
“I am very grateful to the Artistic Director of Shen Yun. Your vision has benefited humanity. I hope that the spirit of Shen Yun will continue to flourish and illuminate the entire universe, shining light into the dark places,” said Mr. Wu, director of the Taiwan Choir.
He added that seeing Shen Yun gave him a good feeling throughout his body.
“Everything you want to appreciate in art is [in Shen Yun]. During the program, I could feel a positive energy entering my blood circulation,” said Mr. Wu.
“Shen Yun integrates the entire Chinese culture, and it tells short, concise, and powerful stories through the dedication of all the dancers. Their professionalism gives people new surprises every year, and each year’s feeling is different,” said Mr. Wu.
Since 2006, Shen Yun has grown from one to eight companies touring the world simultaneously.
“Year after year, one generation after another, Shen Yun’s artists continue to pass on the baton. It’s not easy for today’s young people to work so hard. They must have endured a lot of hardship. The dedication [of] Shen Yun is worth emulating,” praised Mr. Wu.
Liu Te-lin Kaohsiung’s city councilor saw Shen Yun during the afternoon of March 27. He shared that his impression of Shen Yun has grown after seeing it year after year.
“Every rhythm and movement allows us to feel the link between heaven, earth, humanity, and the divine. It left me with a profoundly inspiring feeling,” praised Mr. Liu.
Mr. Liu expressed that he appreciated “the gestures and movements of Shen Yun performers, the softness and resilience of the women, and the strength and beauty displayed by men.”
He found the entire production to be the result of great cooperation between each team in the performance.
“The combination of Shen Yun’s stage and backdrop, along with the large orchestra, allowed each movement of the dancers to be precisely executed. It is truly remarkable,” said Mr. Liu.
Chien Chih-Hsien , the former music director of the Original Baroque Orchestra, attended Shen Yun on March 27.
As someone with an extensive background in music, Mr. Chien expressed: “Shen Yun is beyond my expectations ... The combination of music and dance, along with the animated backdrops, was unexpected and delightful.”
He recognized the work behind achieving such a level of artistry.
“Their requirements for dance and music are very meticulous, and sound was also very refined,” said Mr. Chien.
Shen Yun’s orchestra combines music of the East and West. Traditional Chinese instruments like the pipa and erhu are highlighted within a classic Western ensemble.
He shared that he never thought such storytelling could be achieved without the use of spoken words. Shen Yun has given him inspiration for his future projects.
“I never thought that such a presentation could be done without words. I will have new ideas for my future creative plans,” said Mr. Chien.
