About the Theatre
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.RELATED STORIES
Kareem Fahmy, Shariffa Ali and More to be Featured in Hermitage Artist Retreat January 2023 Programming
by Chloe Rabinowitz - November 21, 2022
The Hermitage Artist Retreat has announced the first several programs for the new calendar year. These events will be presented on the Hermitage’s historic beachfront campus on Manasota Key and throughout Sarasota County....
Past Shows
Pipeline
5/1 - 5/23/2021
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe will be back onstage - albeit with a limited cast and for the purpose of filming rather than presenting live - ...
MLK: Celebrating His Legacy in Spoken Word and Song.
1/16 - 1/18/2021
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe invites the community to celebrate the rich legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with "MLK: Celebrating His Legacy in Spoken ...
American Roots: The Gospel Experience
10/30 - 11/30/2020
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 ...
American Roots: The Gospel Experience
11/13 - 11/30/2020
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 ...
Flyin' West
6/3 - 7/12/2020
In the 1890s, the lives of a small group of African-American women change after they leave the oppressive South and settle in the all-black town ...
Ruby
4/15 - 5/24/2020
On August 3, 1952, the unthinkable happened. A black woman murdered a white doctor in Live Oak, Florida - guaranteeing a conviction for the woman ...
Your Arms Too Short to Box with God
2/26 - 4/5/2020
Are you ready for a miracle? Based on the Book of Matthew, this soaring celebration in song and dance tells the story of Jesus, his ...
Caroline, or Change
1/8 - 2/16/2020
Louisiana, 1963: A nation reeling from the burgeoning Civil Rights Movement and the Kennedy assassination. Caroline, a black maid, and Noah, the son of the ...
Videos
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Fences
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe (1/15 - 2/23) | |
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The Flip Side
Florida Studio Theatre (2/7 - 6/16) | |
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Syncopated Avenue
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe (4/16 - 5/25) | |
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Oak
Urbanite Theater (5/31 - 6/30) | |
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Soul Crooners Solid Gold Edition
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe (10/9 - 11/17) | |
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Bring It On
Rise Above Performing Arts (5/9 - 5/19) | |
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Westminster
Urbanite Theater (3/22 - 4/28) | |
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