Former Assistant Principal: ‘This was unbelievable’

PHOENIX—Two retired teachers enjoyed the cultural experience of Shen Yun Performing Arts 2009 World Tour at the Gammage Theatre on opening night on March 27.

Mrs. Duarte, a retired assistant principal and her husband, Mr. Duarte, a retired English Teacher, were very impressed by the show and thought it was well explained, so that everyone, both young and old, could follow it.

"We really enjoyed everything. The presentation went with the explanations throughout the show, so I was able to understand it—they were manifesting the meaning on stage by their actions." explained Mr. Duarte.

"I think it would be great for children. We did that with our own two children, we exposed them to other people's cultures. I think they would really enjoy it," said Mrs. Duarte.

Mrs. Duarte said, "Worldwide, if we all appreciated other people's cultures and learned to understand them, it would make the world a much better place to live in.

"I thought the synchronization, the costumes, were just outstanding, and the color—it was just amazing how everything blended in. I think the show was unbelievably good.

"The backdrops were beautiful. They blended in with the music, the dancing, everything was synchronized very well."

Both Mr. and Mrs. Duarte left the theatre smiling and feeling uplifted, saying, "This was unbelievable. Really enjoyed it."

Chani Blue contributed to this report.

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