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WBTT’s ‘Purlie’ Spreads a Message Through Laughter 

October 13, 2025
Kay Kipling, Sarasota Magazine
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Charley’s world | Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe’s Stage 

Published:  June 30, 2025
- by  Fox 13

Future Broadway stars shine at free summer camp at famed Sarasota playhouse” – Sean Daly, ABC Action News 

Published:  June 30, 2025
- by  ABC Action News Tampa

Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe presents Sizzlin’ Summer Cabaret Series Featuring Popular WBTT Artists July 16-20 

Published:  June 27, 2025
- by  SRQ Daily

Black is the Color of My Voice 

Published:  June 23, 2025
- by  ABC Sarasota
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Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe Receives Grant from Gulf Coast Community Foundation 

As its 25th anniversary season comes to a close, Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe (WBTT) is honored to receive affirmation of its work and support for the coming year through a recent significant foundation grant.

Published:  June 23, 2025
- by  Sarasota Scene Magazine

Channeling Nina Simone: WBTT founding member celebrates legendary singer’s life and music 

Published:  June 22, 2025
- by  Sarasota Herald-Tribune

3rd Annual Juneteenth Arts Festival 

Published:  June 19, 2025
- by  ABC Sarasota

Three-year grant supports mission of Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe 

Published:  June 12, 2025
- by  Sarasota Patch

Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe commemorating Juneteenth with arts festival 

Published:  June 12, 2025
- by  WGCU

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