Chinese New Year events in Utah

For the Chinese, ushering in the New Year is the biggest celebration of the year – 2014 is the year of the horse. And preparations are underway for Utah’s largest Chinese New Year event at Cottonwood High School.

The 2014 event will be held on Saturday, Feb. 1 at 7 p.m. at Cottonwood High School (5715 South 1300 East, Murray, UT 84121). It’s free and will feature dancing, singing, martial arts, magic shows, musical performances, etc. For more information visit: http://www.utahchinese.org/default.htm.

Other events:

It’s not tied to the New year, but as part of its new bilingual mission, Southern Utah’s Washington County School District is ramping up efforts to organize cultural events and activities.

Following you’ll find information about a free dinner and movie sponsored by the district’s Confucius Institute and a great introductory course for parents of Mandarin learners.

Jan 16 Invitation Color

Community Chinese Class Jan 2014

Chinese dance troup returns to Utah

Shen Yun, a professional troupe of classical Chinese dancers, acrobats and musicians is making a repeat performance this March in Utah.

Shows are scheduled for March 4 & 5 2014 at the Val A. Browning Center in Ogden. You can find more information and ticket prices here.

The performance is billed as a family-oriented spectacle featuring “heavenly music” and “timeless legends. ” But the troupe and its ties to the Falun Gong, a religious sect suppressed by Communist rule, has skirted controversy in some parts of the country.

Here are some reviews of past performances:
“The politics behind the pageantry”
“Proselytizing mixed with fun”