On the evening of March 22, 2024, Shen Yun Touring Troupe’s third performance at the Queen Elizabeth Theater in Vancouver, Canada, came to an end with warm applause from the audience. The superb skills of Shen Yun artists wowed the entertainment elite who came to watch the show. They all praised Shen Yun as “flawless” and “exquisite.”
Principal Trombonist and Director of the Symphony, Kevin Jackson, expressed his admiration for Shen Yun’s music, describing it as “amazing” and “extremely exquisite.” He praised the orchestra’s performance as outstanding and unparalleled. Jackson, a renowned musician, shared that experiencing Chinese culture through art was surprising and deepened his understanding of it.
Professional drummer, Steven Lubkowski, applauded Shen Yun for achieving a perfect balance in their music. He marveled at the coordination between the live orchestra accompaniment and the dancers, noting the precision and control required for such a performance. Lubkowski was impressed by the expressive art form of Chinese classical dance and the energy conveyed by the Shen Yun dancers.
Anastasiia Milaia, a Ukrainian acrobat with 20 years of experience in aerial stunts, praised Shen Yun for its flawless performance, calling it “perfect” and expressing her love for Chinese traditional culture. She found the artists’ expression through dance to be interesting and magical, appreciating the use of props and the profoundness of their performances.
Maziar Pebdini, a project manager, commended Shen Yun for their storytelling abilities through music and dance. He particularly resonated with a program depicting the persecution of Falun Gong practitioners, drawing parallels to his own experiences in Iran. Pebdini appreciated Shen Yun’s artistic portrayal of this important issue and expressed his gratitude to the performers.
International student Huang Xiaoming from Mainland China marveled at the beauty and difficulty of Shen Yun’s dance performances, especially enjoying the comedic elements in “The Story of Jigong.” He appreciated Shen Yun’s ability to showcase China’s rich culture to a global audience and emphasized the value of traditional beliefs in guiding people to do good.
Overall, the reviews of Shen Yun’s performance were overwhelmingly positive, with audience members from diverse backgrounds praising the artistry, storytelling, and cultural significance of the show. As Shen Yun continues to captivate audiences worldwide, it serves as a powerful vehicle for reviving and sharing traditional Chinese culture.