Original cast member 54 years. My son Ronald Collier was the first baby Jesus. 

Fun Fact: When I was learning What Child is This, I wrote the word on the paper holder where candles were inserted.

Mildred E. Walker (mezzo-soprano) is a Boston native who has been singing for audiences since the age of 6.

She has toured internationally with various groups and performed with various artists including Diana Ross, James Taylor, Patti LaBelle, and Barry Manilow.

Mildred and her family have been involved with Black Nativity for over 30 years.

Her son is the stage manager, her daughter and granddaughter work backstage, and her god-sister, the late Annette Brown, danced the role of Mary and was the ballet mistress for the production.

I sang in the All City, All State, and All Regional choir for three years. Classically trained with North Carolina Agricultural Technical University (AT&T). I sang with Maurice Star entertainment. I have Performed in several musicals Sweeney Todd, Avita, Miss Saigon, and local play Empty Mansion.

Is excited to begin her seventh year as part of the Black Nativity cast.  Tracy loves being a part of the Black Nativity legacy and believes that the Black Nativity legacy has become a treasured part of who she is becoming.   When she is not singing with Black Nativity, she can be found singing at the Divine Tabernacle Center in Dorchester, MA, or teaching mathematics to bright minds in Boston Public Schools.

Fun fact: The Director of Black Nativity initially invited me to "watch" a rehearsal.  30 minutes later, I was on stage rehearsing with the cast.  That was the beginning of my Black Nativity journey.

My name is Supreme Nkosi Newton I am a Guyanese American born and raised in Cambridge, MA. Putnam Gardens who loves everything about music, sees it as a way of therapy and a way to connect with all people regardless to race, color, or creed. 

Fun fact: I’ve been involved in Black Nativity 3 times and the feeling of joy, upliftment, and family never fails me when I’m around anyone from the cast and I love them dearly for that.

Is a singer/songwriter & poet. I've scored movies & commercial soundtracks (Strike 4, movie & Mary Lou's coffee - commercial) .   

Performing at notable venues such as: Madison Sq. Gardens, The Apollo Theater & BB Kings of New York & New England Conservatory. 

I've opened for the likes of The Whispers, The Temptations (NAACP annual gala) & Sizzla & Sista Carol (Slave theater, Brooklyn, NY). 

I've been a recipient of several grants and awards on my commitment to music, youth & community, from the City of Boston. 

Fun Fact: This is my 1st year with Black Nativity & Langston Hughes is one of my favorite writers.

Bianca, a new member of Black Nativity, specializes in IT and media production and enjoys helping others in her day-to-day activities. She is fond of anything music or art related and hopes to travel to 6-7 continents one day! 

Bianca is a dedicated Alto/Tenor vocalist and member of the Worship Team at Jubilee Christian Church in Boston, Massachusetts. This year marks her debut in the musical production of Langston Hughes’ Black Nativity. 

Fun fact: Joining the cast was a goal Bianca had placed on her vision board at the start of the year!

Originally from Boston, Massachusetts, Hanifa Nelson-Kamau now resides in Ashburnham, MA. With a career spanning numerous stages and platforms, she has had the honor of performing for and alongside iconic figures such as Maya Angelou, Josh Groban, Ruby Dee, Nelson Mandela, Rosa Parks, as well as prominent political leaders and sports celebrities.

Fun Fact:

In dedication to preserving the legacy of Black Nativity, Hanifa travels over 3,000 miles each season to continue this cherished tradition.

Alumni of Berklee College of Music, also known by his music name "Clef Nite" is a singer, songwriter, instrumentalist and a music producer.

He has successfully performed and produced music for multiple popular musicians. Now a new member of the Black Nativity Chorus

Fun Fact: Singing with Black Nativity makes me feel like I am reliving the songs because of how expressive the singing is.

A dedicated advocate for Boston’s underrepresented neighborhoods, Jumaada’s community engagement spans across various impactful roles. Her works demonstrate her unwavering commitment to honoring Black History and advancing community resilience.

Fun Fact: Jumaada, “Just LOVES, every single part of “Black Nativity!”

I have been a member of Black Nativity cast for more than thirty years. I came to the cast when John Ross became my church choir director. The cast has become my family.

Fun Fact: I remember a time when we were in the green room preparing for the show, I went to say hello to my dance teacher. She was sitting next to Mr. Ross; she said Oh Shirley was one of my little girls. I felt special to be remembered.

I am a 38-year-old Boston native. I have 3 children, ages 17, 12 and 3. I was in Black Nativity as a child.

Fun fact: I hope to one day play Mary or have a solo either song or narrator.