WBTT's Young Artist Program: ‘Growing Pains of a Young Lady’

Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe (WBTT) is pleased to announce the second Young Artist Program showcase of the 2024-2025 season. Young WBTT artist Maicy Powell will present “Growing Pains of a Young Lady” at WBTT on May 4-5 at 7:30 p.m. This will be the second time Powell is participating in the program: her February 2019 showcase, “The Kid is Alright,” enjoyed two sold-out performances. “Growing Pains” will take audiences on a heartfelt ride through the challenges and triumphs of growing up. During this intimate performance, Powell will explore the highs and lows of young adulthood, encompassing moments of joy, frustration, nostalgia, and everything in between. Infused with the energy of soulful jazz music from artists like Sarah Vaughan and Nina Simone to ‘80s pop hits from Deniece Williams and Cyndi Lauper, this performance is both a celebration of resilience and a tribute to the incredible people who help young people to stay grounded along the way. Powell is a singer/actress born and raised right here in Sarasota, Fla. She has been a member of WBTT since 2016, when she began as a student in the Stage of Discovery Program. She has performed in numerous productions and at special events. WBTT’s Young Artist Program, part of its education programming, was created to support, develop and showcase the talents of young, aspiring artists of color. Tickets are $27/general admission; sponsor tickets, which include reserved preferred seating and playbill recognition, are $100 (prices include ticket fees).

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