The Shona Sharif African Dance and Drum Ensemble is proud to present NATIVITY: A Christmas Gift A Musical Inspired by Langston Hughes December 1 – 23, 2007 (Weekends Only) Alumni Hall on the University of Pittsburgh campus

Once again, in the spirit of the holiday season, The Shona Sharif African Dance and Drum Ensemble is proud to present a Musical inspired by Langston Hughes – Nativity: A Christmas Gift.    Nativity: A Christmas Gift will offer a dynamic experience, colored with traditional African dance and gospel music! Like Black Nativity, Nativity: A Christmas Gift tells the story of the birth of Jesus through traditional West African dance and gospel and hymnal music; while act two takes us to the shores of America, where the idea of Christmas is reflected upon.    Nativity: A Christmas Gift is meant to explore the Christmas season with joy, love, and happiness.  It builds upon Langston Hughes take on the Nativity scene and the African-American church experience.  Through African oral tradition and 20th century spirituals, we hope to bring a new and invigorating spin to this ancient tale.  So, come join us as we dance, sing, and laugh.   Come experience Nativity: A Christmas Gift.     The production runs from December 1 – December 23, 2007 (weekends only) at the Alumni Hall on the University of Pittsburgh campus.   Fridays Dec. 7, 14, 21 8:00pm Saturdays Dec. 1, 8, 15, 22 8:00pm  Sundays Dec. 2, 9, 16 5:00pm   Alumni Hall (Formerly Masonic Temple) 4227 Fifth Ave. Pittsburgh, PA 15213 (Across from the Cathedral of Learning) TICKET PRICES Individual: Adults.......$20.00 Individual: Children/Students/Seniors.......$10.00 Group Rates are for 8 or more individuals Group Adult:.......$15.00 Group Children/Students/Seniors:.......$7.00 Tickets are available at all Ticketmaster Ticket Centers or call 412-323-1919 *For more information and group sales please call 412-648-2276