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This resolution commends Shen Yun Performing Arts, a renowned classical Chinese dance and music company, as it returns to the Commonwealth for its 2026 tour, marking the troupe's 20th anniversary. The resolution highlights Shen Yun's mission to revive China's traditional culture, which predates communism, through performances that blend classical Chinese dance, authentic costumes, and original music, aiming to convey a message of goodness and hope. It acknowledges the company's ability to bring ancient myths and legends to life, educating and inspiring audiences, and notes the overwhelmingly positive global reception to their presentations of traditional Chinese culture, characterized by grace, strength, and virtue. Furthermore, the resolution recognizes the courage and dedication of Shen Yun artists in the face of attempts to intimidate them and commends their commitment to showcasing the beauty and unifying power of traditional Chinese culture, wishing them continued success.

https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HR36