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Shen Yun Revisits ‘City of Roses’

BY Helena Zhu TIMEMay 19, 2009

Oregon Secretary of State Kate Brown
Oregon Secretary of State Kate Brown
New York-based Shen Yun Performing Arts, the largest international Chinese performing arts company, is scheduled to visit Portland, Oregon, on May 19. This is the second time this year that the unique cultural show has played in Portland.

Having performed in the “City of Roses” early in January presenting the company’s 2009 World Tour production, Shen Yun is returning to Portland as part of its 2009 Spring Tour of six west coast cities due to public demand.

The tour has drawn greetings from various state and municipal dignitaries, including, Oregon Secretary of State Kate Brown.

“I am very pleased to extend a warm welcome to the Shen Yun … Performing Arts upon their return to Portland to dazzle us once again with their traditional Chinese dance and music. Their performance is a spectacular occasion for Oregonians to be regaled by the legends, values, and spirit of traditional Chinese culture,” Ms. Brown said in a letter.

Oregon Governor Theodore Kulongoski
Oregon Governor Theodore Kulongoski
Oregon Governor Theodore Kulongoski also sent his best wishes.

“The history of Chinese culture is honored through the Shen Yun … Performing Arts dancers, musicians, choreographers, and composers from around the world. Their performance commemorates the beauty and importance of traditional Chinese values, giving Oregonians the opportunity to experience Chinese beliefs and customs,” Mr. Kulongoski wrote.

Mayor Sam Adams of Portland, sent greetings on behalf of the citizens of Portland.

“Shen Yun … Performing Arts express pure thoughtfulness, compassion, and beauty creating one of the most visually stunning experiences. This special occasion will undoubtedly be a memorable experience,” he said.

Other letters were received from Rep. David Wu and Mayor Shane T. Bemis of Gresham, a city immediately east of Portland.

Shen Yun will play at the Keller Auditorium, 9222 SW Clay Street, on Tuesday, May 19 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets:  (503) 790-2787, ticketmaster.com

The Epoch Times is a proud sponsor of the Shen Yun Performing Arts 2009 Spring Tour. For more information please visit ShenYunPerformingArts.org

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