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Soul Crooners: Solid Gold Edition at Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe
Dates: 7/25/2024 - 8/3/2024
📍 Theatre: Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe (WBTT) was founded in December 1999 as a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) org (read more...)
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Soul Crooners: Solid Gold Edition is an original musical revue celebrating the iconic soul and R&B artists and hit songs of the late 1960s through the 1970s. The Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe recently showcased this production at the International Black Theatre Festival, performing it five times to enthusiastic audiences. The cast includes talented performers such as Michael Mendez, Sheldon Rhoden, and Nate Jacobs, among others, capturing the essence of the golden era of soul music. This engaging performance highlights WBTT's commitment to promoting African American history and culture through the arts.
Cast and Creative Team for Soul Crooners: Solid Gold Edition at Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe
Cast
Michael Mendez
Ensemble
Sheldon Rhoden
Ensemble
Nate Jacobs
Ensemble
Raleigh Mosely II
Ensemble
Chris Eisenberg
Ensemble
Leon S. Pitts II
Ensemble
Darius Autry
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Tarra Conner Jones
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Creative Team
Nate Jacobs
Director
Julie Leach
Executive Director
Michael Jacobs
Playwright
Tarra Conner Jones
Playwright
Darius Autry
Performer
Chris Eisenberg
Performer
Leon S. Pitts II
Performer
Sheldon Rhoden
Performer
Michael Mendez
Performer
Raleigh Mosely II
Performer
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September 30, 2024 To open its 25th anniversary theatre season, Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe has selected a fan favorite: “Soul Crooners: Solid Gold Edition.” The original musical revue – which was written, adapted and is being directed by WBTT Founder/Artistic Director Nate Jacobs – runs October 9-November 17, 2024 in The Donelly Theatre.
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Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe (WBTT) was founded in December 1999 as a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization. Our mission is to produce professional theatre that promotes and celebrates African American history and experience, engages a broad base of patrons and audiences, supports the development of a dynamic group of aspiring artists and builds self-esteem in youth of color. Tax-deductible gifts from generous individuals, businesses, and foundations underwrite WBTT's annual operating budget. Your support helps to keep tickets affordable as well as provides funds to mentor new local talent and to develop high-quality productions. In addition, your gifts allow us to offer theater experiences to an underserved population. If you believe in the purpose of our mission, then we hope you will support us financially to ensure our mission is achieved.
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What shows have played recently at Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe?
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Caroline, or Change (01/08/20-02/16/20)
How I Learned What I Learned (02/09/25-02/16/25)
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe (09/10/24-09/10/24)
Float Like a Butterfly (07/29/24-08/03/24)
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Flyin' West (06/03/20-07/12/20)
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Caroline, or Change (01/08/20-02/16/20)
What is the history of Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe ?
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe (WBTT) was founded in December 1999 as a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization. Our mission is to produce professional theatre that promotes and celebrates African American history and experience, engages a broad base of patrons and audiences, supports the development of a dynamic group of aspiring artists and builds self-esteem in youth of color. Tax-deductible gifts from generous individuals, businesses, and foundations underwrite WBTT's annual operating budget. Your support helps to keep tickets affordable as well as provides funds to mentor new local talent and to develop high-quality productions. In addition, your gifts allow us to offer theater experiences to an underserved population. If you believe in the purpose of our mission, then we hope you will support us financially to ensure our mission is achieved.
What shows are coming up next at Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe?
Black Nativity (12/1/25-12/30/25)
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