WBTT to Strengthen Education Program With New Hire Jim Weaver
In an effort to strengthen its education outreach program, Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe has hired Jim Weaver as its new education director/artistic associate.
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Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe Announces 2021-2022 Season
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe (WBTT) has announced its 22nd anniversary 2021-2022 season, with the Maya Angelou-inspired theme, “And Still We Rise.
WBTT's LIGHT UP THE NIGHT! Series Continues With 'Sistas In The Name Of Soul'
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe is thrilled to continue its “Light Up the Night!” open-air concert series with “Sistas in the Name of Soul.
WBTT Presents VIRTUAL VOICES Program, 'Telling Our Stories In The Black Theatre'
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe will reinvigorate its WBTT Voices program with a special offering, “Telling Our Stories in the Black Theatre,” on May 4.
QUENTIN CRISP: NAKED HOPE and More to be Featured in Wilton's Music Hall Season
‘Quentin Crisp: Naked Hope’, a glorious, truthful and uplifting celebration of a genuinely unique human being, multi award-winning cabaret-musical ‘A Super Happy Story (About Feeling Super Sad)’ and acclaimed play ‘Black Is The Color of My Voice’ will be presented.
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe to Present Master Class on August Wilson
In a one-hour, one-session class presented by Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe on April 27, participants will explore August Wilson’s background, his ten-play cycle, known as “The American Century Cycle,” and his 4 B’s (the Blues, Jorge Luis Borges, Amiri Baraka and Romare Bearden).
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe Presents PIPELINE
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe will be back onstage – albeit with a limited cast and for the purpose of filming rather than presenting live – for the pandemic-delayed production of Dominique Morisseau’s noted work, “Pipeline.
WBTT To Livestream APRIL FOOLS FÊTE: NATE JACOBS' JUKEBOX
For more than a decade, Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe has offered the lively and music-filled fundraiser, the April Fools Fête, to support its education programs.
WBTT Presents AUNT RUDELE'S FAMILY REUNION
There have been few times in recent memory when people were as in need of a laugh as they are right now.
WBTT Returns to Live Performances with 'Light Up the Night!'
WBTT will take to its outdoor performance area once more, starting Friday, February 12 and running through Sunday, March 14.
Longboat Key Education Center Celebrates 35th Anniversary With Two Events in February
For 35 years, area visitors and residents have cultivated their passion for learning at the Longboat Key Education Center.
WBTT Featured as Part of Janis Ian's 'The Better Times Project'
In April, the day after John Prine died, renowned folk singer – and recent transplant to Sarasota – Janis Ian wrote a new song, “Better Times Will Come,” and then posted it online.
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe Presents 'MLK: Celebrating His Legacy in Spoken Word and Song'
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe invites the community to celebrate the rich legacy of Dr.
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe Documentary To Premiere On WEDU December 17
Earlier this year, Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe will be featured on an episode of WEDU PBS' “Arts Plus” program; this segment received a 2020 Suncoast Regional Emmy nomination from the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences.
WBTT, Key Chorale Extend Streaming Video Of AMERICAN ROOTS: THE GOSPEL EXPERIENCE
Due to community response, the streaming video of the Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe and Key Chorale collaboration, “American Roots: The Gospel Experience,” is being held over.
WBTT Will 'Light Up The Night!' With Open-Air Concerts
While its freshly renovated theater remains empty due to the continuing coronavirus pandemic, Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe is determined to keep its artists working and the community entertained safely.
Key Chorale Present Streaming Video From 2019 Collaboration
In October 2019, Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe and Key Chorale came together for an exuberant collaboration with a?oeAmerican Roots: The Gospel Experience.
WestcoastBlack Theatre Troupe Announces 2020-2021 Scholarship Winners
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe has awarded scholarships to six deserving students.
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe Announces Changes to 2020-2021 Season Lineup
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe has announced a change to its 2020-2021 season lineup.
WBTT Presents Family-Friendly ROCKIN' DOWN FAIRYTALE LANE
WBTT will continue to offer entertainment options virtually, with the family-friendly musical, a?oeRockin' Down Fairytale Lane.
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