Senate Resolution No. 1274

BY: Senator BRESLIN

CONGRATULATING Shen Yun Performing Arts upon the
occasion of presenting its 5,000 years of Chinese
culture on stage at Proctor's Theatre in
Schenectady, New York, from April 29-30, 2017

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to honor those
events of artistic significance which highlight the creative talents
that have contributed to the cultural enrichment of our communities and
our Nation; 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 at Proctor's Theatre in
Schenectady, New York, from April 29-30, 2017; 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, Established in New York by elite Chinese artists in 2006,
Shen Yun Performing Arts is the largest Chinese music and dance ensemble
in the world; this magnificent troupe grew from one company in 2007, to
five in 2015; each group includes approximately 90 dancers, musicians,
singers, and production crew; 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 11th season, the company has toured in 30 countries
and more than 100 cities, performing in front of millions of enchanted
fans; 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 so
doing, 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; and 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 at Proctor's Theatre in
Schenectady, New York; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Shen Yun Performing Arts.