Honor Shen Yun Performance

Senate Resolution No. 3249 BY: Senator MONTGOMERY CONGRATULATING Shen Yun Performing Arts upon the occasion of presenting its 5,000 years of Chinese culture on stage January 12-21, 2018, at the David Koch Theater, Lincoln Center and at SUNY Purchase Performing Arts Center April 19-25, 2018 WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to commemorate those events of historical significance which add strength, vigor and inspiration to the cultural diversity and quality of life in the communities of the State of New York; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to congratulate Shen Yun Performing Arts upon the occasion of presenting its 5,000 years of Chinese culture on stage January 12-21, 2018, at the David Koch Theater, Lincoln Center and at SUNY Purchase Performing Arts Center April 19-25, 2018; and WHEREAS, Shen Yun Performing Arts is the world's premier classical Chinese dance and music company; it seeks to revive five millennia of civilization, to breathe new life into traditional Chinese culture, and to provide an experience of sublime beauty; and WHEREAS, This year marks the 12th Anniversary of Shen Yun since it was established in New York by elite Chinese artists in 2006; this magnificent event is the largest Chinese music and dance ensemble in the world; and WHEREAS, The world-class artistry of Shen Yun Performances embodies the soul of 5,000 years of Chinese history and traditional culture, which is rooted in belief of the divine, faith, the importance of cultivating virtue, and transcendence to heavenly realms; and WHEREAS, Furthermore, the company's repertoire is drawn from the pages of history, classic legends, diverse ethnic traditions, and universal themes; and WHEREAS, Each year, Shen Yun unveils an all-new production, and today, entering its 12th season, has toured in 30 countries and more than 100 cities, with approximately 1,900 performances; and WHEREAS, Shen Yun Performing Arts will present this auspicious event announcing the celebration of Chinese traditional culture, upholding the values of its mission to bring forth the pure heart of ancient China to be shared with the modern world; and WHEREAS, The artistic freedom of the West has enabled the artists of Shen Yun to bring ancient Chinese traditions to life on stage, and in doing so, Shen Yun has become an international phenomenon to the delight and praise of audiences worldwide; and WHEREAS, This Legislative Body recognizes the importance of the performing arts and film, which act to inspire, enlighten, and unify people from all cultural backgrounds through the transcendent power of human expression; and WHEREAS, It is most fitting that we take time to celebrate the arts of our Nation, to honor our artists, and to express our appreciation to everyone who patronizes the arts; as we celebrate the arts, we celebrate and give thanks to our American freedom, the only atmosphere in which artists can truly create and in which art is truly the expression of the soul; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to congratulate Shen Yun Performing Arts upon the occasion of presenting its 5,000 years of Chinese culture on stage January 12-21, 2018, at the David Koch Theater, Lincoln Center and at SUNY Purchase Performing Arts Center April 19-25, 2018; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Shen Yun Performing Arts.