Why does the Chinese government oppose Shen Yun?
The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) fears this performance's ability to tell the truth about traditional Chinese culture, which contradicts the Communist Party's narrative. Especially with its strong emphasis on spiritual and moral values - something the CCP has been actively trying to erase from China. Furthermore, these artists believe that art is not only entertaining but also furthering the humanitarian cause. In their performance every year, at least one dance piece is devoted to revealing the truth about human rights in China. This has been a thorn in the CCP's side since the company's founding. Sensitive topics such as the story of Falun Gong are shared on stage and help to raise awareness about the plight of persecuted people in China. The CCP does not want people exposed to these stories, so they have done everything possible to prevent the performance from taking place.