Approximate Running Times: Duration - 2 hours 30 minutes. Experience China Before Communism. An All-New 2027 Production. Real beauty stops time. When the curtain rises, a doorway opens to another world. Celestial maidens, imperial splendor, immortals and heroes, and legends five thousand years old. Shen Yun takes you on an extraordinary journey through China's 5,000 years of civilization. Ancient wisdom, heavenly realms, timeless legends, and vibrant ethnic traditions come to life through breathtaking classical Chinese dance, exquisite costumes, a live orchestra blending East and West, and patented animated backdrops that extend the stage into breathtaking realms. Each scene unfolds like a living painting. Filled with brilliant color, remarkable athleticism, and moving stories of courage, compassion, loyalty, and hope. Experience the beauty, wonder, and inspiration of Shen Yun live. Latecomers will not be admitted until a suitable break in the performance.