'Black Nativity: A Gospel Music Experience' continues tradition at Ferst Center for the Arts

"Black Nativity: A Gospel Christmas Musical Experience" presents the nativity story through song, dance, poetry and scripture with a cast of nationally renowned performers. (Courtesy of Black Nativity)

One of Atlanta’s most spectacular holiday traditions returns this year with “Black Nativity: A Gospel Christmas Musical Experience,” on stage at the Ferst Center for the Arts through Dec. 18. The production presents the Christian Bible’s nativity story through song, dance, poetry, and scripture with a cast of nationally renowned performers.

 One of them, gospel singer Latrice Pace joined “City Lights” host Lois Reitzes via Zoom along with the director of “Black Nativity,” Robert John Connor, to talk more about the returning annual show.

Interview highlights: