Legend has it that ancient Chinese clothing was inspired by the attire worn in the heavens, and that clothing was divine knowledge passed down from the gods. Shen Yun's costumes bring back the styles of China's different dynasties, regions, and ethnic groups. In this clip, principal dancer Evangeline Zhu dances with the long, distinctive sleeves of the Tang dynasty. Even though they're practice sleeves, Evangeline displays the grandeur of the Tang dynasty's power and elegance. Currently, Shen Yu