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WBTT to Showcase Zion Thompson in Final Young Artist Program Event of the Season
by Stephi Wild - Mar 2, 2026

Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe will present Zion Thompson in the final Young Artist Program showcase titled 'Ignite the Night (Watch Me Shine)' on March 15. This event marks the culmination of the 2025-2026 season, highlighting emerging talents.

Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe Unveils 2026-2027 Season Lineup
by Stephi Wild - Feb 24, 2026

During its annual “Hush! Hush! Party” on February 23, Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe (WBTT) announced its 2026-2027 theatre season of shows, with the theme “Rhapsodies of Rhythm.”

Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe to Present HOW I GOT OVER: A GOSPEL REVUE as Part of 2025�"2026 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 12, 2026

Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe will present an updated version of the gospel musical HOW I GOT OVER: A GOSPEL REVUE, featuring a mix of traditional and popular gospel songs, from February 18 to March 29.

Winners Announced For The 2025 BroadwayWorld Sarasota Awards
by BWW Awards - Jan 14, 2026

Winners have been announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Sarasota Awards! The 2025 Regional Awards honor regional productions, touring shows, and more which had their first performance between October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025.

Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe Artist Marta Myada To Present TAKING STAGE: SONGS OF MY JOURNEY
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 6, 2026

​​​​​​​Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe will present Taking Stage: Songs of My Journey, a solo showcase by WBTT artist Marta Myada, on Sunday, January 25 at 7:30 p.m.

Last Chance to Vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Sarasota Awards; CABARET Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 29, 2025

This is the last chance to vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Sarasota Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

PARADISE BLUE Comes to Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe
by Stephi Wild - Dec 29, 2025

Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe will continue its 2025-2026 “Soul Of A People” theatre season with the haunting drama – one tempered with jazz and intrigue – “Paradise Blue.”

Final Weeks to Vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Sarasota Awards; Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe Leads Favorite Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Dec 22, 2025

We're in the final weeks to vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Sarasota Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe Will Celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s Legacy During Annual Performance
by Stephi Wild - Dec 18, 2025

Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe will once again invite the community to celebrate the rich legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. during an inspirational performance. Learn more here!

Latest Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Sarasota Awards; CABARET Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 15, 2025

The latest standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Sarasota Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Latest Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Sarasota Awards; Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe Leads Favorite Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Dec 8, 2025

The latest standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Sarasota Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

WBTT Will Host A 'Weekend Of Soul' During The Holidays
by Stephi Wild - Dec 4, 2025

Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe will offer a very special gift to the community: a Weekend of Soul, featuring the Soul Crooners and Sistas of Soul. Learn more here!

First Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Sarasota Awards; HEATHERS: THE MUSICAL Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 1, 2025

The first standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Sarasota Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe To Present Brian L. Boyd In ENIGMA This December
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 18, 2025

Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe will present Brian L. Boyd in ENIGMA, the first Independent Artist Program showcase of the season. The two-night event will feature an original theatrical work created in collaboration with M.A.D. Music Acting Dance Inc. and performed by a company of WBTT artists. Boyd, a longtime member of the troupe with extensive stage credits, will return to Sarasota for the premiere.

A MOTOWN CHRISTMAS Casting Announced at Playhouse Square
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 17, 2025

Karamu House will present A Motown Christmas at Playhouse Square from November 28 to December 14, 2025. The production will feature an eleven-member ensemble directed by Tony F. Sias. Tickets are now on sale through Playhouse Square.

Arts Advocates Unveils December 2025 Events in Sarasota
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 13, 2025

Arts Advocates has announced its December 2025 programming, including guided tours at the Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe and the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall.

BLACK NATIVITY - REIMAGINED Comes to Westcoast Black Theatre This Month
by Stephi Wild - Nov 11, 2025

Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe – once again – invites the community to celebrate the holiday season with “Black Nativity – Reimagined,” an inspirational gospel musical originally penned by poet/playwright Langston Hughes.

Review: PURLIE at WBTT
by Shanti M. Kennedy - Oct 22, 2025

West Coast Black Theatre's  26th season themed “Soul of a People”, opens with the lively musical 'Purlie.' This energetic production is based on Ossie Davis's charming play 'Purlie Victorious.'

Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe Will Offer Pride Nights During 2025-2026 Theatre Season
by Stephi Wild - Oct 17, 2025

During Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe’s 26th theatre season, which will be a celebration of the “Soul of a People,” WBTT will offer Pride Nights during the run of each regular season show.

AN EVENING WITH MELBA MOORE Comes to Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe
by Stephi Wild - Sep 17, 2025

Next month, Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe will present 'An  Evening with Melba Moore,' featuring the legendary singer, actress and entertainer. Learn more here!