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We celebrate tenacity and resilience.”

Nate Jacobs from New York Times Article, Dec. 15, 2021
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This theater changed my life.”

Delores McKenzie

Delores McKenzie is a singer, actress, producer and voice over artist. Born and raised in Sarasota, she is a featured WBTT artist.

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Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe brings ‘Purlie’ to Donnelly Theatre stage

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WBTT Announces First Young Artist Program Showcase of the New Season

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“Big Sexy” is Back at Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe

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Sarasota music revue pays tribute to jazz legend, Fats Waller

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