Through colorful costumes, dramatic backdrops, and world-class musicians and dancers, Shen Yun is recognized as one of the world’s premier classical Chinese dance and music companies.

Shen Yun, which in context translates to “the beauty of divine beings dancing,” annually unveils an entirely new lineup of dances, songs, and musical scores. To give a preview of the troupe’s forthcoming April 13, 2011, performance at Music Hall Kansas City, Linda Kuang presents an illustrated talk on traditional Chinese arts and culture and a preview of this year’s show.