Karamu House's
Black Nativity

Karamu House, the centerpiece of Cleveland's historic Fairfax neighborhood and the oldest Black theatre in the country, presents the soul-stirring, gospel celebration, Black Nativity .

Ease on down to Playhouse Square's Allen Theatre for the dynamic and electrifying Black Nativity . Written by Langston Hughes, especially for Karamu House, the heartwarming story has been reimagined with new sets, costumes and choreography.

If you've seen it before, you've never seen it like this!

ASL-Interpreted Performance: Friday, December 8, 2023 @ 7:30 pm
Use promo code: ASL to ensure your seats are in view of the interpreters.

English Open Captioning Performance: Sunday, December 10, 2023 @ 3:00 pm
Use promo code: OCENG to ensure your seats are in view of the captioning device.

Transportation Services

  • CPH is partnering with Foundation Transportation to provide a classy ride to attend a Black Nativity performance
  • Use promo code(s) XPRESSA (adult tickets, $60/pp) and XPRESSC (child tickets, $20/pp) to place your reservation.
  • The price includes the cost of the ride and the performance per person.
  • Must order 5+ tickets for your party.
  • Offer expires Thursday, November 30, 2023.