“What stands out most to me is the history with a length of 5,000 years of civilization. Most people don’t realize ... the depth of the history of the civilization and culture in China as opposed to the Middle East or the West. That’s what’s very intriguing for me.”
“[Shen Yun] blended history with current affairs.”
“[One dance] brought me back [to the] Tiananmen Square. I remember when all that happened in the ‘90s. It made me feel grateful that I’m here. ... I’m grateful that we live in a free democracy.”