BOISE, Idaho—On March 2, Rep. Russ Fulcher (R-Idaho) attended Shen Yun’s evening performance at the Morrison Center for the Performing Arts.

Watching the show for the very first time, Mr. Fulcher said the experience was “wonderful.”

“It’s a combination of art and history told in a wonderful way. I’m very appreciative for the opportunity to [see the performance,]” he said.

Once known as the “Land of the Divine,” Chinese people once believed that their civilization was a gift from the heavens. For 5,000 years, China’s culture was built on the values and virtues inspired by the spiritual teachings of Buddhism, Daoism, and Confucianism.

“I think most of the time, those of us in America tend to look at China as a non-spiritual nation, but in reality, it’s very spiritual. [Shen Yun’s] portrayal displayed that very well,” he said.

“It’s a good connection. I’m very thankful to be a part of it,” he added.

Referring to Shen Yun’s mission to bring back traditional culture, Mr. Fulcher said, “It’s very important,” and we should “do what we can to keep proliferating this message around the country.”

The artists are “fabulous. They are not just artists but athletes. Very skillful,” he stated.

“The artistry of the music was also very good. That’s something that we don’t see very much, at least in these days, in America. It was very good.”