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by Chad on 4/3/24Terrace Theater - Long Beach Convention and Entertainment Center - Long BeachVery fun and entertaining!! A must go to event! Very talented performers!!
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Shen Yun Performing Arts is a triumph of collaboration, bringing together over a hundred of the world's foremost classically trained Chinese dancers, choreographers, musicians, and vocalists. It also boasts the world's only full orchestra that embraces both Western and Chinese instruments as its permanent members.
Based in New York, Shen Yun Performing Arts is distinguished by its conscious effort to remain independent of China's communist regime, which has abused and impoverished the arts for decades. It is proud to thus include members who practice Falun Gong. The company aspires to create original performances that not only entertain, but also more deeply educate, enrich, and inspire. The company's rich repertory is drawn from the pages of history, universal themes, and the world around us. All choreography and music performed are original.
Very fun and entertaining!! A must go to event! Very talented performers!!
The performances of the various skits were wonderful, the background that takes the actors from the stage to the world beyond was wonderful. The heavy handed NO Atheism and NO Evolution by the two singers was disturbing. Also, the two singers were the least polished performers, but the message would still have been disturbing.
The costumes and choreography, along with the live orchestra, are so beautiful. The grace, acrobatics and timing of the performers is a sight to behold. But there are two theatrical pieces and two solo songs pushing this religious group’s version of spirituality, and that gets a little old. Just show us more of traditional China without the preaching.
Although visually stunning with beautifully vibrant colors, it wasn’t what I expected. It fell just a little short. It’s a wonderfully executed show with talented dancers, but I expected a continuous story, but instead it was broken up into many little stories. Now that I’ve finally experienced Shen Yun, I’m good!
Surprised that it was several different stories. So much fun. I loved it!! Going to see it again soon!!
The show was very entertaining. From the flipping to the Beautiful colors and graphics. Only reason it was not a perfect rating for me is because late viewers were allowed to come and block the view of other on-time during the performance.
Absolutely incredible talent, dancing, and symphony. Would see it again. Really enjoyed the night. The politics was kind of weird. Recommend they tone it down or be more subtle with it, allow art to shine, speak for itself, don’t need to over explain or dumb down the political expression.
Liked the narration Loved the video effects Amazing athletic dancers Interesting choreography Show was a good length The singers seemed out of place however The venues parking was very slow
The announcers and music were irritating. Too long and repetitive.
I took my 7 yr old granddaughter to the show and we both thought it was tremendous when we were leaving she said grandma that was so awesome I loved it the costumes and tech aspect were so amazing I would see it again
The expression of art through classical Chinese dance was absolutely beautiful and the dancers were a joy to watch. Unfortunately, what I did not know going into the show, is that Shen Yun is actually an in-your-face advertisement for the cult like religion of Falun Dafa. So be prepared for lots of religious propaganda and a whole lot of : “Atheism and evolution are deadly ideas. Modern trends destroy what makes us human."Those are actually quotes repeated again and again and again and again throughout the performance. Sadly, all of the promotion of Falun Dafa really took away from the performance and left me with a bad taste in my mouth. Do your research beforehand so you know what you're signing up for. long as you don't mind being served up a heaping plate of religious propaganda.
Not only the artistry of the dancing and music but also the message delivered are so wonderful! Absolutely FIVE STAR!
An absolutely stunning production. To sum it up in one word... "Awesome."The performance by the Shen Yun production company was truly second to none. Every individual "skit"was beautifully produced with an interactive "Big Screen"that allowed the actors and actresses the ability to go from being "live"on stage to being animated on the big screen - remarkable is an understatement. Great Job!
It was different, interesting, very artistic. I liked it and learned from it.
It was the exact same show as 2 years ago. Super disappointed since I had reached out to Shen Yen on social media and was reassured that each year it is different. My mother went home and compared the programs and they were the same. For there to be no real on stage props I don't understand why they show can't be switched up on a yearly basis. I did still enjoy but I have seen the same show now 3 times Sheesh...
Beautiful. So we'll done. The dancers, costumes, and special effects were perfection. Looking forward to seeing next year.
No props. Stage is set up so either you watched the dancers or the screen behind them. Would not attend again.
Over priced tickets and left during intermission show was boring. Thought it would be more than what it was.
Shen Yun is stunning! The dancing, acting, costumes and narration presented a story that takes the audience to a higher level. I can't even find the words to describe the interactive backdrop...wow! I have been researching and learning so much about Falun Dafa. Thank you Shen Yun. Stay strong!
Loved all the performers and their abilities to do what they did. How talented all of them are. Great storyline and was very touching.