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Make Room For Me!
For the ninth summer, aspiring actors, dancers and singers ages 8-19 are taking the stage with Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe (WBTT) as part of its Stage of Discovery program. The free, five-week summer musical theatre program is free for participants; the program will culminate with three public performances of “Make Room for Me!” July 12-14. The students are under the direction of WBTT Founder/Artistic Director Nate Jacobs and Education Director/Artistic Associate Jim Weaver. WBTT staff and guest instructors – including choreographers, musicians, actors and vocal coaches – offer lessons in dance, acting, singing and improvisation, and provide behind-the-scenes experience with set and costume design. This year, Weaver added a new component: the 26 participants were given the chance to express their heartfelt vision, writing about topics such as: “you think you know me?” “my truth,” “journey on,” “the colors of love,” and “believe.” Once the written pieces were submitted, Weaver selected music to fit themed sections, featuring artists including Aretha Franklin, Diana Ross, The Staple Singers, Luther Vandross, Simon & Garfunkel, and Whitney Houston. Performances take place in The Donelly Theatre at WBTT (1012 N. Orange Ave., Sarasota) on Friday, July 12 at 7:30 p.m. (preview show – tickets are $17), Saturday, July 13 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, July 14 at 2 p.m. (tickets are $27/adults, $17/active military and students age 25 and under). Visit westcoastblacktheatre.org or call the Box Office at 941-366-1505.
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Tickets: https://go.evvnt.com/2513715-0
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