Upcoming Shows
“Sophisticated Ladies” is a Tony Award-winning theatrical journey through Duke Ellington’s music. The musical will immerse audiences in elegance and timeless style. Featuring hits including “It...
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe's holiday show will be “A Motown Christmas,” a seasonal gift that folds the warmth of the season into the irresistible groove of...
Playful, seductive and richly imaginative, “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” is a beloved Shakespeare comedy, drawing audiences into a world where desire, illusion and mischief collide....
“BEEHIVE – The 60s Musical” is a high-energy, ensemble-driven celebration framed through the shared experience of women navigating a rapidly changing world. The show celebrates...
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe's 2026-2027 MainStage season will close with “Stevie: A Stevie Wonder Revue,” a new musical revue celebrating the best hits of the iconic...
by Shanti - February 22, 2026
“TINA–The Tina Turner Musical” is not just a regular musical; it's a high-voltage journey celebrating the iconic Queen of Rock 'n Roll. Darilyn Burtley's portrayal of Tina Turner is truly phenomenal! Her extraordinary voice and impeccable Tina-like moves clearly demonstrate the dedication she ...
by Shanti - February 21, 2026
What did our critic think of THE UNFRIEND at Asolo Repertory Theatre?...
by Shanti - February 21, 2026
This is a heartwarming and truly inspiring tale that showcases the remarkable journey of a woman. With just a few wooden crates and simple props, the story unfolds to reveal the incredible hardships she faced with unwavering determination. Her resilience and strength in the face of challenges are no...
by Shanti - February 19, 2026
The opening act was the breakout group without Nicolas Reyes, a classic Gipsy Kings move, warming up the room with the raw power of the ensemble before the legend himself emerged. It also gave notice of the incredible talent of a young soloist....
by Shanti - February 04, 2026
This exclusive glimpse into the workings of the man dubbed 'The King of Pop' unveils the top-notch creative squad and sheer explosiveness that fueled his artistic process, serving as a spectacular tribute to his unparalleled legacy....
by Shanti - January 29, 2026
Meeting our favorite celebrities is the stuff dreams are made of and this is exactly what happens in the intriguing story of 'The Mirror Crack'd'. As a fan finally meets their idol, the mystery unfolds. Picture this: the glamorous Marina Gregg, a renowned celebrity, has just settled into a massive m...
by Jacob Ruscoe - January 28, 2026
Marking the 30th anniversary of the phenomenon’s genesis, this production feels especially timely, and its subtitle is entirely apt: the original show began before most—if not all—of the extraordinarily talented cast now carrying the torch were even born....
by Shanti - January 26, 2026
What did our critic think of THE BLUE SKY BOYS at Florida Studio Theatre?...
by Shanti - January 26, 2026
What did our critic think of SOME LIKE IT HOT at Van Wezel?...
by Shanti - January 17, 2026
What did our critic think of PARADISE BLUE at Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe?...
Past Shows
Black Nativity, performed by the Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe, is a powerful celebration of African American culture and faith. This musical adaptation features traditional spirituals...
Closing Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe's 2024-2025 season is a brand-new world premiere musical, “Syncopated Avenue.” (Created, adapted and directed by WBTT Founder/Artistic Director Nate Jacobs.)...
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe presents “Five Guys Named Moe,” with book by Clarke Peters and lyrics and music by Louis Jordan and others. (Directed by Jim...
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe's dramatic offering for the 2024-2025 season is “Fences,” written by renowned American playwright August Wilson. (WBTT Resident Director Chuck Smith will...
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe presents a limited run of How I Learned What I Learned, featuring award-winning actor and playwright Wali Jamal. This one-man show...
During the holiday season, Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe presents its Christmas card to the community, the exuberant musical revue, “A Motown Christmas.” (Created, adapted and...
Opening Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe's 2024-2025 theatre season is “Soul Crooners Solid Gold Edition.” (Created, adapted and directed by Nate Jacobs.) The “Soul Crooners” productions...
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe has announced its 2024-2025 Board of Trustees, with Doris A. Johnson continuing as Board Chair and new members Charles W. Brown...
Float Like a Butterfly is a poignant one-act play that honors the life and legacy of Muhammad Ali. Written by Michael Jacobs, this production features...
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe presents a compelling performance collaboration titled From Birmingham to Broadway at the International Black Theatre Festival in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. This...
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...
This summer, Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe is thrilled to present "Coconut Cake," written by Melda Beaty. The comedy tells the story of four retirees who...
After two painful delays due to COVID-19, Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe is thrilled to finally bring to the stage the world-premiere musical, “Ruby.” The show...
Closing the season is Big Sexy: The Fats Waller Revue. Thomas Wright "Fats" Waller was an American jazz pianist, composer, singer and comedic entertainer. His...
Next up is a sweeping and inspirational journey through 20th century American pop music: "Dreamgirls" chronicles one fictional Motown group's rise from obscurity to superstardom....
Originally scheduled for the 2019-2020 season a show that WBTT had previously offered as a staged reading is Flyin West by Pearl Cleage. In the...
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe once again invites the community to celebrate the rich legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. during an inspirational performance. The...
During the holiday seasonback by popular demandWBTT presents Langston Hughes Black Nativity. This production is a celebration of the Nativity story with gospel, blues, spiritual,...
Opening WBTT's 2022-2023 theatre season is Guys and Dolls, the 1950 Tony Award-winner for Best Musical. A fun, quirky musical comedy, Guys and Dolls debuted...
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe will close its 2021-2022 season with two world-premiere one-act plays, under the auspices of its New Playwrights Series. These plays, From...
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe (WBTT) is pleased to present the ninth year of its annual Young Artist Program, through which Troupe members are able to...
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