By: Ashmar Mandou

Abundant in culture and history, the highly anticipated Shen Yun will take over the Chicago this weekend to transport audiences to Shen Zhou, The Divine Land, where deities and mortals once coexisted. “This is one of the best shows out there and I’m excited for Chicago to see, said Spokesperson for Shen Yun Andrew Darin. “Each year, the show gets better with even more elaborate stories, choreography, and aesthetic.” Through music and dance, Shen Yun intertwines a beautiful tapestry of heavenly realms, ancient legends, and modern heroic tales with the accompaniment of live music aimed to uplift and inspire audiences as the show journeys through 5,000 years of Chinese culture. “There are similarities between the Chinese community and Latino community and that is their sense of pride for their culture. The fact that both communities are rooted in their history and both share an understanding for the need to pass on life lessons through stories,” said Darin. Shen Yun is set to perform at the Rosemont Theatre on February 13th and 14th. On March 15th, Shen Yun will return to Chicago to perform at the Civic Opera House. If you would like to learn more about the Shen Yun, visit shenyunperformingarts.org.