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  Black Nativity at Penumbra Theatre

Black Nativity

Penumbra Theatre
270 N. Kent St St. Paul

Langston Hughes' Black Nativity is a joyous account of the nativity told through scripture, verse, music and dance. Focusing on compassion, community and connectivity, the Harlem Renaissance poet's song-play, first performed in 1961, is a true Christmastime tradition. A retelling of the Christmas story from an Afro-centric perspective, Black Nativity mixes text from the Gospel of Saint Luke with black vernacular. A cast of children and adults brings this timeless story to life with music and dancing in this uplifting production for the whole family. Experience this moving story at St. Paul's Penumbra Theatre.

Thru - Dec 20, 2015

Thursdays: 7:30pm
Fridays: 7:30pm
Saturdays: 2:00pm & 7:30pm
Sundays: 4:00pm & 7:30pm



Price: $40

Box Office: 651-224-3180

penumbratheatre.org/event/black-nativity


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  Black Nativity Reviews

How Was The Show - Highly Recommended

"...If you find your seasonal liturgy lacking in energy, or you need a kick in the pants to get in the Christmas spirit, Penumbra Theatre’s Black Nativity will likely do the trick. The production, the company’s 28th rendition to date, is a family tradition for many and serves as a apt welcome to the holiday season. One part Christ birth narrative, one part interpretive dance, and ten parts gospel music celebration, the show provides an attractive and joyous alternative to the area’s competing perennial offerings."
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David and Chelsea Berglund



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