More Than 50,000 Sign Petition Calling for Shen Yun’s Return to Ottawa
Group is requesting that Shen Yun continue to perform at the National Arts Centre, which previously hosted the classical Chinese dance company for 18 years.
TL;DR
- More than 50,000 Canadians have signed a petition to bring Shen Yun Performing Arts back to the National Arts Centre (NAC).
- The NAC, a federal government-owned venue, decided not to host Shen Yun for its 2026 and 2027 seasons.
- Shen Yun had previously performed at the NAC for 18 years.
- The NAC cited commercial reasons, operational matters, and contractual issues for its decision.
- Records indicate the decision was made after NAC senior management met with Chinese Embassy officials.
- The 'Fans of Shen Yun' group alleges foreign interference in the NAC's decision.