This page includes a collection of Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe news, reviews and events. We appreciate the journalists who are helping to spread awareness of our work and foster an appreciation for the arts in our community. We update this page frequently, so be sure to check back often.

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[PREVIEW] "'Same fight, different round'" - Carrie Seidman, Sarasota Herald-Tribune
http://ticket.heraldtribune.com/2016/01/10/90-year-old-play-with-a-message-for-today/

[FEATURE] "Resolutions for 2016" - Carrie Seidman, Sarasota Herald-Tribune
Arts organization goals for 2016
http://ticket.heraldtribune.com/2015/12/31/resolutions-for-2016/

[FEATURE] "A Merry Motown Mixer" - Nick Reichert, The Observer Group
http://www.yourobserver.com/article/merry-motown-mixer

[ARTS SEASON PREVIEW] "A look at Bradenton's most promising theather for 2016" - Marty Clear, Bradenton Herald
http://www.bradenton.com/entertainment/ent-columns-blogs/marty-clear/article53798290.html

[FEATURE] "Behind the Scenes: What makes a holiday song classic?" - Jay Handelman, Sarasota Herald-Tribune
Jay features Nate's original song, "What's Up Under the Christmas Tree?" in a column examining which elements might make a holiday song a classic.
http://ticket.heraldtribune.com/2015/12/18/behind-the-scenes-what-makes-a-holiday-song-classic/

[REVIEW] "The gospel according to Motown" - Marty Fugate, Sarasota Observer
Highlight quote: "If you’re feeling the holiday blues, this revue is just what the doctor ordered. Whatever your mood when you came in, you’ll leave with a smile on your face. The Grinch himself would get the Christmas spirit. "
http://www.yourobserver.com/article/theater-review-motown-christmas

[REVIEW] "Don't Miss 'A Motown Christmas' - Bonnie Silvestri, AnythingArts.com
Highlight quote: "... WBTT masterfully engage the audience and their enthusiasm is infectious. 'A Motown Christmas' is a wonderful way to set the mood for the holiday season."
http://sarasota.anythingarts.com/profiles/blogs/don-t-miss-a-motown-christmas#.VnNPlaL1LOM.gmail

[REVIEW] "'A Motown Christmas' is a holiday gift" - Patricia Garlausky Horwell, Venice Gondolier Sun
Highlight quote: "The moment they take the stage, the cast dives right into dozens of familiar numbers without missing a beat. And what a cast it is."
http://westcoastblacktheatre.org/images/reviews/VeniceGondolier-MotownChristmasreview.pdf

[REVIEW] "Get into the holiday spirit with 'A Motown Christmas' at WBTT" - Susan Rife, Sarasota Herald-Tribune
Highlight quote: "In the holiday mood for a high-energy, joyous cabaret-style performance that truly celebrates the 'reason for the season'? You can’t go wrong with 'A Motown Christmas' at Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe."
http://ticket.heraldtribune.com/2015/12/06/theater-review-get-into-the-holiday-spirit-with-a-motown-christmas-at-wbtt/

[REVIEW] "WBTT's A Motown Christmas" - Kay Kipling, Sarasota Magazine
Highlight quote: "Fans of WBTT know the formula, and it works: Put some of the company’s popular performers together with some newcomers, add lively staging (by Nate Jacobs) and dancing (designed by Donald Frison), and deliver some much beloved tunes—in this case, obviously, from the Motown era—played by music director James E. Dodge II and his band. Audiences love it, and why not?"
https://sarasotamagazine.com/2015/12/07/wbtts-a-motown-christmas/

[REVIEW] "A Motown Christmas" - William S. Oser, Talkin' Broadway
Highlight quote: "Merry Christmas back to everyone at Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe! Their A Motown Christmas is a bowl of fine holiday cheer."
http://www.talkinbroadway.com/regional/wfla/

"Black Tie & Tales" - The Observer, Molly Schechter
Broadway Under the Stars gala photo and notes from the event
http://www.yourobserver.com/article/black-tie-tales-12315

"Parties in the Limelight - WBTT Sweet 16 Gala" - Sarasota Magazine
https://sarasotamagazine.com/2015/11/20/wbtt-sweet-16-gala/

"Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe brings 'A Motown Christmas' to Sarasota" - Marty Clear, Bradenton Herald
http://www.bradenton.com/entertainment/ent-columns-blogs/marty-clear/article47626525.html

"Weekend Insider" - Sarasota Magazine
"A Motown Christmas" is #3
http://us1.campaign-archive1.com/?u=90b255b20087b1d87f7762948&id=ce89927fb1&e=53be61017b