A teenager behind bars wanted to understand Jesus in a world he recognized. Maryland filmmaker Jimmy Jenkins answered with “God With Us,” a contemporary Black Nativity story exploring faith, forgiveness and the possibility of redemption. The post A Black Filmmaker Brings the Nativity Home in ‘God With Us’ appeared…

Penumbra Theatre’s beloved holiday tradition “Black Nativity” returns for its 34th year, running Dec. 3 through 24 in St. Paul. Celebrating Penumbra’s 50th anniversary season, this year’s show features weekly guest performers, new arrangements and a set reimagined by artist Seitu Jones. The post Penumbra’s “Black…