By Minghui/Clearwisdom reporters Huang Yusheng, Liu Wenxin and Zhou Rong

(Clearwisdom.net) Legislator Twu Shiing-jer and his wife Ms. Cheng Yu-chuan watched the last performance of the Divine Performing Arts Chinese Spectacular in Taipei on March 18, 2008. The couple expressed appreciation for the dance, "The Power of Awareness." Dr. Twu said that the silence of good people actually aids evil.

Dr. and Mrs. Twu Shiing-jer with friends

Dr. Twu said that from an artistic perspective, every dance was excellent. "The Power of Awareness" in particular left a deep impression on him. He said, "On the one hand, the performance was wonderful. On the other hand, the audience sympathized with the pursuit of Truth, Compassion, and Forbearance. Everyone knows that Falun Gong has been persecuted." When the three characters ["Truthfulness-Compassion-Forbearance"] appeared on the screen projection, many people applauded, including Dr. Twu.

Dr. Twu said that he was most touched because Falun Gong practitioners are using the performing arts to expose the persecution in China. He said that using such a gentle art form was an excellent way to show the public the truth about persecution. Dr. Twu said, "Sometimes good people can't just be silent. They need to step forward and help those in need. Otherwise their silence will aid the evil." Dr. Twu said he really enjoyed the performance and wished the Divine Performing Arts success the world over.

Mrs. Twu also said she enjoyed the evening's performance and thought highly of every aspect of the show, including the background, costumes, color, dances, singing, choreography, and the erhu performance. She said she found the show very special and the performers dedicated.

Mrs. Twu said that the dances in the Spectacular "feel different from everyday dances." She thought maybe some of the dancers were Falun Gong practitioners; the noble spirits of cultivators gave the dances special meaning, beyond what can be accomplished by ordinary dancers.

Renowned Filmmaker: I Felt the Meaning of Salvation of Sentient Beings

Internationally renowned wildlife documentary filmmaker Chen Chin-fa attended the last performance of the Divine Performing Arts Chinese Spectacular in Taipei. Mr. Chen has devoted the last 18 years to making wildlife documentaries and won the Platinum Remi Award in the nature and wildlife category at the 40th Worldfest-Houston International Film Festival in 2007. He said that the Divine Performing Arts' performance had deep inner meanings, inspired kindness, and broadened the audience's horizon and minds. Their professional performance showed a high level of coordination, which is admirable. He called Divine Performing Arts a group of cultural depth and a great success.

Internationally renowned documentary filmmaker Chen Chin-fa

Mr. Chen said, "[The performance] showed the audience the power of human existence. This show inspired a lot of people to think about how to co-exist and share their lives with others. During the performance, I felt the deep meaning of salvation of sentient beings."

Mr. Chen said that the show also conveyed a sense of hope. "During the performance, I could see many uplifting moments that could take our future to a better place. The whole world can feel compassion from Divine Performing Arts' contribution to humanity. I think this is the right path for mankind."

From a professional perspective, Mr. Chen was especially appreciative of the costumes. He complimented the overall coordination, the background, music composition and editing, as well as the dancers' performance skills.

Mr. Chen said that the show caused people to think more deeply, which also contributed to the show's success.

He wanted to congratulate Divine Performing Arts after the show. He said that the lively and graceful dance movements inspired the audience to think about the meaning of life, explored new visual dimensions, and demonstrated the cultural depth of the group.

Hospitality and Tourism College Chairman: Divine Performing Arts Enriches the Arts of Mankind

Chairman Chai Sung-lin of Taiwan Hospitality and Tourism College brought his family to the last performance of Divine Performing Arts in Taipei. After the show, Mr. Chai said that the company not only promoted traditional Chinese culture, but also enriched the arts of mankind. He said that the entire world should be grateful for this performance group.

Mr. Chai Sung-lin, Chairman of Taiwan Hospitality and Tourism College

Mr. Chai lamented that due to changes in society, such a performance that demonstrates traditional Chinese culture has become rare.

He said the entire performance was outstanding. He was especially fond of the dances "The Loyalty of Yue Fei" and "Lady of the Moon," both of which were based on traditional Chinese legends. He said a show such as this could evoke the traditional Chinese value of shouldering a historic mission. For example, "The Loyalty of Yue Fei" tells people that when the nation is in trouble, everyone should try to contribute whatever they can to save the nation from crisis. He was pleased to see that in society today, when traditional ethics are declining, this show has preserved traditional Chinese culture through the performing arts. He considered this the greatest accomplishment of the Divine Performing Arts.

Mr. Chai was excited to hear about the Divine Performing Arts' tour and its extensive geographic coverage. He expressed the hope that these young dancers could continue to revive traditional Chinese culture even though they don't live in China. He hopes the whole world can see the essence of Chinese culture. While bringing classical Chinese dance and music to the world, Divine Performing Arts also enriches the arts of the entire human race. Mr. Chai said, "Everyone in the world should be grateful for this performing group, because it enriches the arts of mankind."

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