A Motown Christmas at The Donelly Theatre at Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe
Dates: 12/2/2026 - 1/3/2027
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A Motown Christmas is a seasonal production that folds the warmth of the holiday season into the irresistible groove of Motown's legendary sound. Created and directed by Nate Jacobs, the show had its world premiere in 2015 and has had three additional performance runs since its debut. The holiday show is not included in the MainStage season subscription.
Cast and Creative Team for A Motown Christmas at The Donelly Theatre at Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe
Creative Team
Jim Weaver
Director
Geoffrey Owens
Director
Nate Jacobs
Director
Nate Jacobs
Creator
News About A Motown Christmas at The Donelly Theatre at Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe
SOPHISTICATED LADIES, BEEHIVE and More Set for Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe 'Rhapsodies of Rhythm' 2026-2027 Season
June 29, 2026 Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe's 27th anniversary MainStage season includes SOPHISTICATED LADIES, A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM, BEEHIVE, and STEVIE: A STEVIE WONDER REVUE, with A MOTOWN CHRISTMAS as the holiday offering.
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe To Present Brian L. Boyd In ENIGMA This December
November 17, 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 to be Presented at Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe
November 13, 2024 Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe is inviting the community to ring in the holidays with its exuberant original musical revue, “A Motown Christmas.” Learn how to purchase tickets.
WBTT Will Host Second 2023-2024 Young Artist Program Showcase
April 11, 2024 Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe is presenting the eleventh year of its annual Young Artist Program, through which Troupe members can showcase their talents with self-produced, one-person shows.
Christopher Eisenberg Returns to WBTT For Frank Sinatra Tribute Shows
March 02, 2023 Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe will welcome back to its stage one of its most successful and popular young artists for a two-night engagement. Christopher Eisenberg, who started working with WBTT Founder/Artistic Director Nate Jacobs at the age of 8 and has gone on to be signed to major label deals, will present “Frank & Me” at WBTT on March 26 and 27, 2023 at 7:30 p.m.
WBTT's Young Artist Program To Feature Derric Gobourne Jr., May 16
April 28, 2022 Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe will present the ninth year of its annual Young Artist Program, through which Troupe members are able to showcase their talents with self-produced, one-person shows. WBTT's first Young Artist showcase of the 2021-2022 season features singer/dancer/actor Derric Gobourne Jr. in a presentation titled “SH!NE.” The showcase will take place Monday, May 16 at 7:30 p.m.About the Theatre
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What shows are coming up next at The Donelly Theatre at Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe?
Marvin: A Marvin Gaye Revue (07/15/26-07/24/26)
Sophisticated Ladies (10/14/26-11/22/26)
A Midsummer Night's Dream (01/13/27-02/21/27)
BEEHIVE – The '60s Musical (03/03/27-04/11/27)
Stevie: A Stevie Wonder Revue (04/21/27-05/30/27)
Sophisticated Ladies (10/14/26-11/22/26)
A Midsummer Night's Dream (01/13/27-02/21/27)
BEEHIVE – The '60s Musical (03/03/27-04/11/27)
Stevie: A Stevie Wonder Revue (04/21/27-05/30/27)
What shows have played recently at The Donelly Theatre at Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe?
JoAnna Ford's Heart Wide Open: A Musical Lesson of Vulnerability (06/06/26-06/06/26)
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Stevie: A Stevie Wonder Revue Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe (4/21-5/30) |
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Old Time Sailors Manatee Performing Arts Center (11/17-11/17) |
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Come From Away Manatee Performing Arts Center (1/21-1/31) |
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Dear Evan Hansen Manatee Performing Arts Center (10/22-11/01) |
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Carrie: The Musical Manatee Performing Arts Center (10/16-11/01) |
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1776 The Musical Richey Suncoast Theatre (7/16-7/16) |
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SWAN LAKE by The United European Ballet Company Peabody Auditorium (1/01-1/01) |
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A Motown Christmas Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe (12/02-1/03) |
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Legacy: Motown & More! Florida Studio Theatre (8/04-10/04) |
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BEEHIVE – The 60s Musical Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe (3/03-4/11) |