Langston Hughes’ gospel musical Black Nativity premiered Off-Broadway at the 89th Street Theatre in New York City. One of the first plays written by an African American to be staged Off-Broadway, Black Nativity was a vibrant retelling of the Nativity story through a blend of traditional gospel music, poetry, and dance. It became a beloved holiday tradition and a groundbreaking work in Black theater history.
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