WESTCOAST BLACK THEATRE TROUPE

by Stephi Wild - May 28, 2024

For the first time since 2018, Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe will offer a summer show. The comedy, “Coconut Cake,” was written by Melda Beaty and recognized with the Sylvia Sprinkle-Hamlin Rolling World Premiere Award at the National (now International) Black Theatre Festival in 2022....

by Stephi Wild - May 23, 2024

 Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe will present its second annual Juneteenth Arts Festival on Sunday, June 16, from 12-6:30 p.m. WBTT will host numerous businesses, organizations and food vendors, screen short films by students from Ringling College of Art & Design, and present dance and live music on ...

by Stephi Wild - May 21, 2024

Arts Advocates has announced that 10 Sarasota and Manatee county students have each been awarded $5,500 scholarships for the 2024-2025 school year....

by Shanti M. Kennedy - May 06, 2024

WestCoast Black Theatre Troupe revives one of their most popular original shows, Marvin Gaye: Prince of Soul. Created, adapted, and directed by WBTT’s founder, Nate Jacobs, Gaye’s story is told through the narration of his family and friends. Of course, peppered throughout is the enchanted music tha...

by Stephi Wild - April 30, 2024

Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe will present the eleventh year of its annual Young Artist Program, through which Troupe members can showcase their talents with self-produced, one-person shows. ...

by Stephi Wild - 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. ...

by Stephi Wild - April 05, 2024

 For its 24th season, titled “Simply the Best!” Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe will close the season than with its most-requested original musical, “Marvin Gaye: Prince of Soul.” ...

by Jacob Ruscoe - March 10, 2024

Ruby is a masterpiece of musical theater that deserves all the praise it receives. The creative direction, sensational vocals, and chemistry between the cast members all contribute to making it a must-see production....

by A.A. Cristi - March 04, 2024

Join the Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe for their lively, music-filled spring fundraiser, APRIL FOOLS FÊTE, on April 1. Enjoy performances by fan-favorite artists and support WBTT's education programs....

by Stephi Wild - February 27, 2024

 Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe will present the eleventh year of its annual Young Artist Program, through which Troupe members can showcase their talents with self-produced, one-person shows....