(N)O King(s)
(N)O King(s) is IN Series’ “Requiem for the American Dream,” bringing together four ambitious works of vocal theater to explore the shadows and contradictions of the American century. The production combines Judith Weir’s *King Harald’s Saga*, Peter Maxwell Davies’s *8 Songs for a Mad King*, Luciano Berio’s *O King*, and George Benjamin and Martin Krimp’s *Into the Little Hill* in a dramatic, haunting program conceived by Artistic Director Timothy Nelson. IN Series will also collaborate with internationally renowned photographer and visual artist Connie Imboden on the production’s visual design.
Works: *King Harald’s Saga* by Judith Weir; *8 Songs for a Mad King* by Peter Maxwell Davies; *O King* by Luciano Berio; and *Into the Little Hill* by George Benjamin and Martin Krimp.
Washington Performances: January 23, 24, 28, 29, 30, and 31, 2027. The January 23 performance includes an opening-night reception.
Baltimore Performances: February 5, 6, and 7, 2027.
Washington Venue: 340 Maple Drive, Washington, DC.
Baltimore Venue: Baltimore Theater Project, 45 W Preston Street, Baltimore, MD.
Director’s Salon: January 7, 2027, at 6:00 p.m., at 340 Maple Drive in Theater 2.
Featuring: Maribeth Diggle, Cecelia McKinley, Melissa Wimbish, and Jonathan Woody.
Stage Direction: Timothy Nelson.
Musical Direction and Conductor: Darren Lin.
Image Design: Connie Imboden.
Tickets: Tickets will be available soon.
Price: Not yet listed.
Run Time: Not specified.