Black Nativity

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Synopsis:

The production, featuring an all black cast of American gospel singers and dancers, included a nativity play in which Mary and Joseph were represented by young dancers as the singers chant the stages of their story. The second half represented a church where faith was expressed through a variety of songs and 'jazzed up' spirituals. British-born black actress Ida Shepley joined a West End revival in 1964.

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Author: Langston Hughes

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Director: Vinnette Carroll

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