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The New York Philharmonic premiered "Émigré," an oratorio about Jewish brothers fleeing to Shanghai to escape Nazi persecution, but the music by Aaron Zigman and the libretto failed to capture the dramatic allure of the setting, resulting in a bland and unengaging performance.
"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.