CINCINNATI, Ohio—On Saturday, March 6, New York-based Shen Yun Performing Arts performed at the Cincinnati Music Hall, leaving the Cincinnati Bengals Kyries Hebert impressed.

“I was very impressed. I didn't know exactly what to expect,” said Kyries. “I've never been to a show like it. At no point did it lose my attention—full of highs and no lows, a very exciting show.”

Kyries has played safety for the Bengals since 2008 and was selected by his teammates as special-teams captain in 2009. He also led his team last season in special-teams tackles.
‘Extraordinary’

“One performance that stood out among the rest was Astounding Conviction. Throughout the show, they spoke of divine people being here to protect us and watch over us, and it showed that he was protected because he was standing up for what he believes in, and that higher power protected him from the evil. Good will always overcome evil,” Kyries said.

Alexis Miller, who attended the show with Kyries, said: “I thought it was one of the most amazing performances that I have ever seen. ... It was very fascinating and very extraordinary. The costumes were so detailed; plus the singing and the orchestra were amazing.”

Alexis, who has been involved in performing arts and drama since she was 6 years old, continued: “Everything was just amazing! It can’t be compared to anything I have ever seen.” She especially enjoyed soprano singer Ms. Geng Haolan, who received an encore, in her rendition of Reaching the Other Shore.

‘So Talented’

Classical Chinese dance has been around for 5,000 years and is the hardest form of dance in the world to perform. Shen Yun performers have engaged in very intense training to master this form.

“The technique is one of the hardest, but they can grasp it,” said Alexis. “Everyone was in sync and moving together. It’s amazing because that is one of the hardest things to do when you are in groups. They are so talented and so skillful. I really appreciate the performances. I think it was fascinating.”

Alexis also commented on the dance Splitting the Mountain: “It was awesome! It showed that even though things happen to us, you can still come back if you keep your faith and are strong and have hope in what you believe.”

“This is one show that should not be missed,” Kyries said. Alexis added, “Americans should come out and experience it. It’s a new experience, and they should open their eyes to it.”

“We will definitely come back to see it,” Kyries said.

With reporting by Wade Yang.

Shen Yun Performing Arts will travel to Louisville, Kentucky, for a show on Sunday, March 7.

The Epoch Times is a proud sponsor of Shen Yun Performing Arts. For more information, please visit ShenYunPerformingArts.org

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