November 1 - 5 - Langston Hughes' Black Nativity
The Chadwick A. Boseman College of Fine Arts, Department of Theatre Arts Announces its next production of BLACK NATIVITY. The Department of Theatre Arts presents Langston Hughes’ Black Nativity in the Ira Aldridge Theater on the campus of Howard University. Performances take place at 7:00 pm, November 1 and 3, 2023; 8:00 pm, November 2, 2023; 2:00 pm and 7:00 pm, November 4, 2023; and 4:00 pm, November 5, 2023. Get your tickets today!
Oh wasn’t that a mighty day, when Jesus Christ was born... Angels sang in glory, Jesus Christ is born… Christ is born in Bethlehem! Tell the story- of his glory.
Langston Hughes called this joyous musical “the Gospel Song-Play”. The production and storytelling are communal as they travel time through dance, song, scripture and poetry sharing the infamous nativity story from the African-American perspective. BLACK NATIVITY explores the beauties within the African diaspora culture and highlights the ways in which we gather and celebrate. The cast is composed of students from the Department of Theatre Arts and wider university community. Come witness their talent and partake in this extraordinary production.
This moving piece is Directed by Eric Ruffin, Choreographed by Princess Mhoon with Musical Direction by Greg Watkins and e'Marcus Harper-Short as Music Arranger/Consultant. The design and creative team consists of Michael Willis (sound), Colin Bills (lighting), Nadir Bey (scenic adaptation), and Dylan Uremovich (projections). Costumes and Properties are designed by students in Stagecraft courses within the Department. The Dramaturgy Resource Packet is prepared by Jacqueline Hammond, Nyla Jones, and Camron Wright with assistance from Destinee Coburn and Ethan Hart.
GENERAL INFORMATION:
Location: 2455 6th Street NW, Washington, DC 20059 (on the campus of Howard University)
Tickets: $5.00 student w/valid ID, $10.00 Faculty/Staff/Alumni/Senior Citizens/Military; $20.00 Gen Admission
PRESS CONTACT: Diarra Fields, Production & Operations Manager- 202.806.7700