Black Nativity | Harrisburg | December 4-6, 2026
Black Nativity
December 4-6, 2026
lOCATION
Sankofa African American Theatre Company
Performances will take place at Grace United Methodist Church, 216 State Street, Harrisburg.
Directions to Grace United Methodist Church, 216 State Street Harrisburg, PA
DRAMA
By Langston Hughes
Directed by Sharia Benn
Musical direction by Brian McGrady
About the Show:
Step into a world where the timeless story of Christ’s birth comes alive through jubilant gospel music, captivating dance, scripture, poetry, and African American spiritual traditions. More than a performance, Black Nativity is a transformative, soul-stirring experience that celebrates faith, family, and community. Since its debut with Sankofa, this production has become a cherished holiday tradition, uniting audiences from all walks of life in celebration of the reason for the season.
Written by Langston Hughes, the acclaimed American poet and playwright of the Harlem Renaissance, Black Nativity, a retelling of the Nativity story, is an expression of the playwright’s interest in African American spirituality and the oral traditions of the African American church.
Performance Schedule:
Friday, December 4 @ 7:30 pm
Saturday, December 5 @ 7:30 pm
Sunday, December 6 @ 4 pm
Performances of Black Nativity will be held at Grace United Methodist Church, 216 State Street, Harrisburg, PA 17101
Ticket Information:
Reserved Section, $42
(Limited availability. Includes early entry Friday & Saturday at 6:45 pm, Sunday at 3:15 pm).
General Admission, $32
(General admission. Seating begins Friday & Saturday at 7 pm, Sunday at 3:30 pm).