MELBOURNE—Tim Doebbeling, a computer professional, attended Shen Yun Performing Arts International Company’s performance at the opulent Regent Theatre on Wednesday, March 2.
New York-based Shen Yun, the world’s premier classical Chinese dance and music company, brings to life ancient Chinese myths and legends as well as inspiring stories from modern-day China.
“I am very impressed with the whole choreography, and the use of the background incorporated into the performance,” Mr. Doebbeling said.
Animated backdrops transport the audience to another world. Projected behind the dancers, the hi-tech images set the stage amidst blossoming landscapes, deep forests, Mongolian prairies, or celestial paradises.
“Incorporating technology into the actual performance … it is quite interesting,” he added.
He also appreciated the Shen Yun Orchestra, which combines classical Western and Chinese instruments. “I like the music, the blend of sort of Chinese and instruments with the Western instruments.”
Mr. Doebbeling enjoyed the ancient and contemporary themes portrayed in the dances.
“It sort of covers the whole breadth of … traditional dance in a way, traditional themes and modern themes. It is a good blend to have that,” he said.
Traditional Chinese culture has a rich 5,000 year history that was depicted in the variety of dances.
“It goes back a long time, it is very deep and rich, all the history of it, behind it and everything that goes into the dance.”
Mr. Doebbeling said he would describe the show as “magnificent, I love it.”
Reporting by Shar Adams and Myrna Mack.
New York-based Shen Yun Performing Arts has three touring companies that perform simultaneously around the world. The Shen Yun International Company is in Melbourne until Sunday, March 6. For more information, visit ShenYunPerformingArts.org
New York-based Shen Yun, the world’s premier classical Chinese dance and music company, brings to life ancient Chinese myths and legends as well as inspiring stories from modern-day China.
“I am very impressed with the whole choreography, and the use of the background incorporated into the performance,” Mr. Doebbeling said.
Animated backdrops transport the audience to another world. Projected behind the dancers, the hi-tech images set the stage amidst blossoming landscapes, deep forests, Mongolian prairies, or celestial paradises.
“Incorporating technology into the actual performance … it is quite interesting,” he added.
He also appreciated the Shen Yun Orchestra, which combines classical Western and Chinese instruments. “I like the music, the blend of sort of Chinese and instruments with the Western instruments.”
Mr. Doebbeling enjoyed the ancient and contemporary themes portrayed in the dances.
“It sort of covers the whole breadth of … traditional dance in a way, traditional themes and modern themes. It is a good blend to have that,” he said.
Traditional Chinese culture has a rich 5,000 year history that was depicted in the variety of dances.
“It goes back a long time, it is very deep and rich, all the history of it, behind it and everything that goes into the dance.”
Mr. Doebbeling said he would describe the show as “magnificent, I love it.”
Reporting by Shar Adams and Myrna Mack.
New York-based Shen Yun Performing Arts has three touring companies that perform simultaneously around the world. The Shen Yun International Company is in Melbourne until Sunday, March 6. For more information, visit ShenYunPerformingArts.org
