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BLACK NATIVITY

By Langston Hughes
Directed by Melinda Wilson Ramey
December 5 - 21, 2025

Black Nativity is the joyous retelling of the traditional New Testament account of the Nativity story, using gospel music, dramatic dance, and a biblical narrative. Written and conceived by legendary playwright, and Langston Hughes, this soulful, heartwarming story is a classic!

CAST

Tavina Lynn | Mary, Ensemble
Ayinde Fletcher | Joseph, Shepherd, Ensemble

Kennaya Myers | Inn Keeper, Ensemble

Elaine L. Douglas | Pastor, Church Lady, Ensemble

Karen Massie | Church Lady, Ensemble

Jade Barnes-Jones | Inn Keeper, Ensemble
Karlene Barnes-Jones 
| Inn Keeper, Ensemble

Anaiah Wilson | Inn Keeper, Ensemble

Elise Reese | Church Lady, Ensemble
Andre Ramey | Shepherd, Ensemble
Maurice Barlow Jr. | Shepherd, Ensemble
Azeri Weston | Kids' Time Performer
Mayah Taylor | Kids' Time Performer
Madison Taylor | Kids' Time Performer
Bethany Leiva | Kids' Time Performer
Zionah Jackson | Kids' Time Performer
Xochitl Cross | Kids' Time Performer

CREATIVE TEAM

Melinda Wilson Ramey | Director
Skyler Xiong | Stage Manager
Rita “Coco” Rodriguez | Choreographer
Julie McKinney | Lighting Designer
Sheilagh McCafferty | Costume Designer
Michael Benjamin Sr. | Scenic Carpenter
William Major | Scenic Carpenter
Esteban Moctezuma | Assistant Stage Manager
Imani Terrell | Assistant Stage Manager
Quincy Middleton | Audio Technician
Jocelyn Wilson | Sound & Projections Operatpr

PHOTOS

CELEBRATION ARTS

2727 B STREET
SACRAMENTO, CA 95816
(916) 455-2787

Celebration Arts is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization | Tax ID: 68-0077971

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