PHOENIX—On March 7, Andrew Evans, an oil and gas investor, and his wife Myla, a retired banker, attended Shen Yun Performing Arts’ second of five shows at the Symphony Hall. The couple had waited years for the opportunity to experience traditional Chinese culture.
It was “excellent, beyond excellent,” Mr. Evans exclaimed. “It’s something that I did not anticipate, but I’m very, very impressed by the production and how it evolves.” He loved that every time the curtain went up, “it’s telling you a different story.”
Unlike the modern, military-influenced styles often seen in China today, Shen Yun preserves and performs this tradition in its most authentic form—the way it was originally passed down through the generations.
Mrs. Evans also enjoyed the evening and appreciated how the artists were open about sharing their faith. She’s definitely intrigued to learn more about China’s 5,000 years of divine-inspired culture.
“The costumes are unbelievable and the dancing is fantastic. I’ve really enjoyed it. I’ve waited a long time to come and see it for the first time,” she expressed.
For its 2025 touring season, Shen Yun’s eight equally-sized companies will be performing in over 200 cities across five continents. Met with wide acclaim since its establishment in 2006, the company can be expected to return each year with a brand-new set of choreography and musical compositions.
