Michael Mao Dance begins its 26th year with a program of major Mao dances, including 1994 DSCH, called “a stunning work to Shostakovich’s String Quartet #8.” Dedicated to victims of fascism and war by composer Dimitri Shostakovich, the quartet soon achieved its place in history as the composer’s cry against the holocaust and oppression. The program also consists of three works on a lighter note, set to music by Kurt Weill, Huang Ruo, and Taiko drumming.