[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 39 (Tuesday, March 5, 2024)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E214]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




HONORING THE RETURN OF SHEN YUN TO THE DAVID H. KOCH THEATER AT LINCOLN 
                        CENTER IN NEW YORK CITY

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                           HON. PATRICK RYAN

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, March 5, 2024

  Mr. RYAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize the return of the Shen Yun 
Performing Arts Company to the David H. Koch theater at Lincoln Center 
in New York City in April 2024.
  Shen Yun Performing Arts was established in New York in 2006 and has 
become a worldwide phenomenon as they travel to 180 cities every year 
to perform. Millions of people travel to see this unique performance 
time and time again and with the development of new dances each year, 
the performers, choreographers, and conductors continually develop an 
amazing show for all to enjoy.
  The ancient Chinese traditions that are rooted in virtue, faith, and 
moral values are brought to life in the performances that feature 
dancing and singing with performers wearing intricate costumes. 
Artistic freedom is essential to a society and Shen Yun expresses that 
ideal in the face of continued opposition from the Chinese government.
  I had the privilege of meeting many members of the Shen Yun community 
located in my distict and watched the performance in Washington, D.C. 
It was a huge honor to see such talent.
  I want to thank the members of Shen Yun for their great success thus 
far and wish them all the best performing at Lincoln Center.

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