(Clearwisdom.net) Since the first show in Taiwan, in the past two weeks, Divine Performing Arts have presented 18 shows in 6 cities in Taiwan and won the hearts of many Taiwanese citizens. Overwhelmed by the programs' purity and elegance, people from all circles have given rave reviews. Below are comments from Taiwanese artists:
Art Professor Yan Chenying: Program highlights Chinese culture from many aspects
Art professor Yan Chenying said, "The Divine Performing Arts show presents a variety of numbers, each with a special theme. In addition, all the performers demonstrate great professionalism."
Professor Yan Zhenying |
The professor was especially impressed by the perfect marriage of traditional culture and modern technology: "The programs are rooted in traditional Chinese culture yet are infused with a modern spirit. For example, the show used many modern stage design techniques, lighting and sound effects to highlight some of the divine themes. I think that the troupe is very successful in this aspect and deserves applause and recognition. I feel that the classics are forever modern. There are many treasures in traditional culture to be re-discovered. The Divine Performing Arts performance is inspiring and unveils a new and rewarding direction for artists."
Li Meishu Memorial: Delicate finger movements convey elegant message
The Taipei County Li Meishu Memorial director, Li Chingkuang, told a Clearwisdom reporter that he was deeply touched by the purity and elegance of the performance. The second son of one of the most respected Taiwanese painting masters, Li Meishu, Mr. Li said that the show's purity and elegance is unique. He noticed that the performers' finger movements were very natural and delicate. "I felt that this was the most exciting part of the show," Li Chingkuang said. "The entire show was very moving and the stage backdrops created a vivid atmosphere."
Director of Taipei County Li Meishu Memorial, Li Chingkuang |
Choreographer: Perfect performance highly recommended
Hsu Yehching, a standing member of the Taipei Japanese Dance Association, watched the show. The 76-year-old veteran choreographer said the performance was perfect, from staging, lighting, choreography, costumes and backdrop designs; everything was great.
Ms. Yeh Ching, standing member of Taipei Japanese Dance Association |
Even though Ms. Hsu has performed around the world, the Divine Performing Arts performance was still an eye-opening experience for her. She said that it was her first time to see such high-tech backdrops. "I will share my experience with my colleagues and recommend that they attend the performance."
Pastor McGreen is also a dancer. He said that he enjoyed the performance. The program that impressed him the most was the "Mongolian Bowl Dance." In addition, he said that the colorful costumes and the high-tech backdrops were great.
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When asked for his comments on several of the performances related to Falun Gong, Pastor McGreen said that the Catholic religion has also been persecuted in history. He hoped that China would soon improve in this area, to lift restrictions on religious beliefs.
Director: Every performer has divinely imparted talent
After watching the show, renowned director Yu Chanping said, "Chinese culture is very profound, and ethnic group dances are wonderful presentations. We are delighted to see these elegant traditional dances. In addition, the performance of acclaimed Erhu player Qi Xiaochun was outstanding."
Renowned director Yu Chanping |
Mr. Yu said, "One unique feature of Divine Performing Arts is that every performer has the trademark purity of the troupe and conveys a sense of peace and calm. The show is very suitable for the general public, and the elegant and relaxing music gives people a rare experience of serenity."
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Veteran singer Yu Tien: My heart was taken away by the Erhu performance.
Veteran singer Yu Tien said: "The whole show is great, and the part that impressed me the most was the Erhu performance. My heart was taken away by it. I hope that my daughter will also play the Erhu. The stage backdrops are outstanding. It was my first time to see this kind of staging. Everything about it is very very good."
