(Clearwisdom.net) As Divine Performing Arts (DPA) debuted in Augusta on March 13, in this historic Southern city - the Garden City, Georgia's 10th Congressional District Rep. Paul Broun warmly welcomed the world renowned company to Augusta. In his greeting, he reiterated that the words "amazing, magnificent, and spectacular" have been used to "describe your excellent performances, as you bring traditional Chinese art to the world stage."
Rep. Broun highly commended the New York based company for using the beauty of music and dance to promote cross-cultural understanding. "Your themes of kindness, compassion, and courage are ideas that rise above cultural barriers and inspire people of all backgrounds."
Many audience members expressed their pride, that this highly acclaimed performing arts company had consented to come to Augusta, and grace the stage at the William B. Bell Auditorium.
Mayor Deke Copenhaver proclaimed March 13 as "Divine Performing Arts Day." He wrote that he was grateful that "This magical event" was visiting his city. He also stated, "The city of Augusta is honored to have been included in such a world-wide spectacle of Chinese culture."
In his letter of support, welcoming the show, U.S. Rep. John Barrow of Georgia's 12th District, wrote that he is opposed to the forces that cause culture to "evaporate." He said the "ancient, yet timeless traditions of China defy such a fate."
He further stated, "This defiance is the result of commitment, vision, and passion invested by the performers and artists, such as those of the Divine Performing Arts, who carry this torch throughout their lifetimes and pass it on to future generations. I would like to thank the Divine Performing Arts for serving as both an ambassador of the ancient Chinese arts and cultures to my own community as well as to the world.
"It is my distinct pleasure to congratulate you on this extraordinary accomplishment. I find this to be a great source of pride to know a community I have the privilege of representing has embraced the virtues of such an event."
He said that while technology and communication make our world smaller, we must move towards greater tolerance and appreciation of our global community "while exalting that which makes each culture a unique and priceless part of our history. I cannot imagine a better way to achieve this goal than through the language and beauty of art."
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