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Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.: Celebrating His Legacy in Spoken Word and Song
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe is pleased to – once again – invite the community to celebrate the rich legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. during an inspirational performance. The production, titled “Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.: Celebrating His Legacy in Spoken Word and Song,” will feature song, dance and dramatic reenactments of Dr. King’s most powerful speeches. The show, which is arranged and directed by WBTT Founder/Artistic Director Nate Jacobs, takes place on Sunday, January 19, 2025 at 7:30 p.m. at the Sarasota Opera House (61 N. Pineapple Ave., Sarasota). Reverend Charles McKenzie returns to lend his voice to Dr. King's words, and WBTT professional performing artists, guest performers, and Stage of Discovery students will perform gospel, soul and popular songs of the civil rights era in a soul-stirring show that honors the life and legacy of Dr. King. Special guest Mzuri Moyo Aimbaye will perform an excerpt from her award-winning show, “The Fannie Lou Hamer Story,” which was performed – and was very well-received – at WBTT in September of 2024. Additionally, the 2025 winners of the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. essay writing contest will be announced. Presenting sponsor is Community Foundation of Sarasota County; collaborating sponsor is the Sarasota County Bar Association Council for Diversity & Inclusion. Tickets are: $15-$35. For information and tickets, visit the Sarasota Opera website: sarasotaopera.org, link to “Tickets & Events.”
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