"Shanghai's Jewish Oratorio Shines Amidst Challenging Times in China"

"Émigré," an oratorio about Jewish refugees who fled Nazi Germany for Shanghai, premiered in China and will come to the New York Philharmonic in February 2024. The oratorio tells the little-known story of thousands of Jewish refugees who found sanctuary in Shanghai during World War II. The premiere comes at a delicate time, with tensions between China and the United States and debates over the Israel-Hamas war. The creators hope the piece will promote a shared sense of humanity and bridge cultures.