Shen Yun
About This Event
Shen Yun Performing Arts presents traditional Chinese dance and staged drama at the New York City Ballet. The company, which has appeared at venues such as NJPAC and the New York City Ballet, draws on classical techniques and ancient stories to foreground elements of China’s cultural and historical repertoire and to create a dialog between those traditions and contemporary theatrical form.
About Shen Yun(ballet)
Shen Yun is a U.S.-based nonprofit touring enterprise that stages evenings of classical Chinese dance with live-orchestrated symphonic accompaniment and short theatrical tableaux. Now appearing at NJPAC, with a footprint on New York stages including the New York City Ballet, its program draws on episodes from China’s cultural past alongside more contemporary themes. The company operates under the auspices of Falun Gong, a fact that shapes both its institutional identity and some narrative choices. In New York, it functions as a recurring annual import, and as a case study in how diaspora arts organizations frame cultural heritage for large venues.
About the Artist
Shen Yun Performing Arts
Shen Yun Performing Arts is a renowned cultural group that brings to life the rich heritage of traditional Chinese arts through captivating plays and mesmerizing dance performances. With a commitment to showcasing the beauty and depth of ancient stories, they have graced prestigious stages such as the New York City Ballet and NJPAC, captivating audiences worldwide.