You may have seen this impressive tumbling technique in Shen Yun performances, where a dancer completes a front walkover in the air without using the hands. Known as Front Aerial, or “Qian Ting 前挺,” this dynamic movement is a fundamental skill in classical Chinese dance.
In this episode, principal dancer Angelia Wang introduces front aerial, breaking down the technique and showing what it takes to master this essential movement. Essentially a front walkover without the hands, a front aerial requires strength, flexibility, coordination, and precise control. As dancers progress, this fundamental skill can be incorporated into increasingly challenging and complex combinations.
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Many people don't realize that Shen Yun is banned from performing in China. At a screening of Unbroken: The Untold Story of Shen Yun in Washington, D.C., emcee Leeshai Lemish spoke about how messages from people inside China—and the lengths some go to just to watch a performance—continue to inspire him.
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In this interview, Shen Yun Chinese-language emcee Sammie Song shares her extraordinary journey from growing up in China to becoming a longtime performer with Shen Yun Performing Arts, now celebrating over two decades of global touring. Sammie opens up about leaving China at 15, studying journalism in the UK, and witnessing Chinese state media propaganda firsthand, which shaped her desire to seek truth and meaning.
That journey eventually led her to Shen Yun, where she found a mission that combined classical Chinese dance, music, and deeply held values.
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Seongho Cha is one of our most seasoned performers. What’s more, he’d already been an award-winning principal ballet dancer before transitioning to classical Chinese dance! In this video, Seongho talks about what it was like to take on this traditional Chinese dance style, life on tour, and more.
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The artists, in the moment, at the Vancouver premiere of UNBROKEN: The Untold Story of Shen Yun.
Two full houses in a row, and audiences discovering just how much more there is to the people behind the performance. 📷📷
Now streaming on Amazon, Apple TV, Google Play and more. Find where to watch at https://t.co/0lQcIwinWc.
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Located in the Gobi Desert, the Mogao Caves—also known as the Caves of the Thousand Buddhas—feature magnificent murals depicting Buddhas and Bodhisattvas. Inspired by these sacred artworks, a Shen Yun dancer set out to recreate the image of the Thousand-Hand Bodhisattva. Let’s take a look at the result!
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Two years ago, the New York Times launched a media campaign against Shen Yun with a wave of baseless accusations.
After a nearly two-year investigation, the New York State Department of Labor has found no wrongdoing in the wages paid or treatment of Shen Yun's performers.
The results are in. The rumours and innuendo were baseless.
We're grateful to everyone who stood by Shen Yun through this, and we applaud the courage and tenacity of our performers, who never stopped focusing on sharing Shen Yun's message of hope with audiences around the world.
We'll continue to monitor this matter closely.
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What happens when music and movement have to speak the same language? Shen Yun Conductor Li Xuan shares how understanding the dancers’ movements, timing, and musical needs shapes the way Chinese melodies and Western harmonies come together.
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Regina began touring with Shen Yun as a dancer in 2006.
Today, she works behind the scenes as a projection engineer. What’s kept her here all these years?
She shared what it’s like to be part of a culture where purpose and growth go hand in hand.
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Shen Yun Dancers Share Their Favourite Cities On Tour.
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Shen Yun Performing Arts presents colorful and exhilarating performances of classical Chinese dance and music. A performance by Shen Yun is a presentation of traditional Chinese culture as it once was: a study in grace, wisdom, and the virtues distilled from the five millennia of Chinese civilization.
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You may have seen this elegant technique in Shen Yun performances, where a dancer balances on one leg with the other extended high behind in a dramatic split. But do you know the story behind Tan Hai, or "Gazing Over the Sea?"
In this episode, we introduce Tan Hai, one of the most iconic movements in classical Chinese dance. Combining balance, flexibility, and expressive poise, this signature move has a unique name that conveys a sense of grace and storytelling.
Join us as we break down the fundamentals of Tan Hai, explore the technique behind its beautiful lines, and share what makes it a cornerstone of classical Chinese dance. And don't forget to stay tuned for more episodes in the series!
Most of us would probably agree that finding peace in our daily lives isn’t easy. So when Principal Dancer Angelia Wang feels the need to slow down, she turns to dancing. Here’s what she has to say about her approach to finding solitude.
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