“It’s a fabulous show. I think you have to see it at least once in your life. It’s ancient China and it’s truly remarkable,” said Philippe Coulombel, a former deputy director for employment services.
Yvon Fuhrmann, a regional sales manager, said, “I found this show extremely entertaining. I know very little about Chinese culture but I really enjoyed the artistic side. The format of short scenes, presenting the show in little vignettes, is very, very interesting and entertaining, especially because there are so many changes. It’s not one long story. It’s full of many stories that are brought together, spanning different eras. So it’s easy to move from one to another, and the dancers are incredibly impressive. “
Cyril Monier, a veterinary biologist, said, “It’s a contemplation. I would sum it up with that word: contemplation. Like standing in front of a painting, a beautiful piece of art, or a beautiful sculpture. This time, I came to share it with my family. The first time, it was just with my wife but this time we came together as a family. I really wanted them to see it at least once.”
Mr. Monier said, “[Shen Yun] has the advantage of conveying the message that ancient traditions are important and need to be preserved. We all have a role to play as guardians of these traditions, passing them on so that the chain is never broken.”
Mr. Fuhrmann said, “The performance can bring to the world a sense of fairness, kindness, and resilience. Because we realize that by behaving properly, good always prevails. So we can hope that in our world, good will triumph as well—even though we don’t feel that way every day. But after all, the show also teaches that we need to be patient.”
Mr. Coulombel said, “You really see the moral sense of right and wrong, and the kindness that should prevail in this world, which isn’t always the case these days. But that’s something we should work on improving.”
Mr. Coulombel added, “It was truly a very, very beautiful show. It’s a must see.”
