More Scare Tactics
Starting in March 2024, theaters in which we were performing suddenly began receiving emails with prank bomb threats. They each consisted of content—the sender claimed to have placed bombs throughout the theater that would be detonated should the Shen Yun performance be allowed to take place. Some were sent with identical wording.
The senders appear to be continuing this tactic in Shen Yun’s new 2025 season. Over the first couple weeks of tour, at least five theaters have received similar email threats leading up to their performances. Some emails threatened mass shooting and included pictures of weapons and ammunition. One such incident in Atlanta gathered local media interest.
Even though it was clear these were merely scare tactics, on each occasion the threat was still taken seriously. A report was filed with local police and FBI, and police and sniff dogs were called to the theater, conducting a thorough inspection. On no occasion was any threat found and all performances took place without incident.