Over the weekend, my family and I attended Black Nativity (www.penumbratheatre.org), a performance of the interpretation through song and dance of the events leading to and surrounding Jesus’ birth. The energy, brilliant voices, passion and choreography unleashed were mesmerizing. I could hardly keep from joining the cast in movement and melody. This experience I felt deep in my bones.
That all of my senses were touched impacted me. I couldn’t wait to hear the next professional voice, see the facial expressions, and witness how the events of the Christ Child’s birth interfaced with the family’s celebration.
The setting and mood were created with the traditional holiday backdrop and symbols, yet the series of interpretive and seemingly spontaneous actions and reactions made the production memorable.
Long story, short: Memorable communication is a product of talent and passion, appealing to both the head and the heart.
