Michael Hersch‘s fourth opera, and we, each, is an exploration of the treacherous territories of relationships—between individuals, within societies and, ultimately, the collapse of both.

• presented by Mind on Fire
• composed by Michael Hersch (BM ’95, MM ’97, Composition)
• after texts by Shane McCrae
• directed by James Matthew Daniel (DMA ’14, Composition)
• conducted by Tito Muñoz
• featuring Ah Young Hong (BM ’98, MM ’01, Voice) and Jesse Blumberg
• with musicians Emi Ferguson, Gleb Kanasevich, Adda Kridler, Leah Asher, and Coleman Itzkoff

The Peabody Institute of the Johns Hopkins University brings its Peabody Performance Series to the Bloomberg Center in downtown Washington, D.C. Presenting free public performances by the Conservatory’s esteemed faculty, alumni, students, and special guests, the fall season spotlights diverse contemporary artistic practices and explores the vital role of music in democracy and public discourse. Daytime and evening events include concerts, multi-day festivals, and symposia. Reserve your free tickets now and learn more at washingtondc.jhu.edu.

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