Confederates

Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe (WBTT) is pleased to continue its exploration of the works of important contemporary playwright Dominique Morisseau with a limited run of “Confederates.” The play runs from May 13-24, 2026 in the Howard J. Millman Black Box Theatre of WBTT (1012 N. Orange Ave., Sarasota). “Confederates” is a gripping, time-bending drama that braids together two powerful stories of Black womanhood across centuries. Presently, Sandra, a brilliant political science professor, navigates the pressures of academia, public scrutiny, and racial bias. Historically, Sara, an enslaved woman – and daring Union spy – during the Civil War, risks everything to claim her freedom and voice. As the women’s journeys unfold in parallel, past and present collide in surprising and provocative ways. Urgent, witty, and deeply human, “Confederates” challenges audiences to confront America’s unfinished history while celebrating resilience, intellect, and the enduring fight for liberation. The play premiered off-Broadway in March 2022 at New York’s Signature Theatre Company. Director is WBTT’s Assistant Artistic Director/Director of Education Jim Weaver. Starring in the play will be Jazzmin Carson, Moriah Cary, Canela Vasquez, Laura McKennan and Peterly Jean-Baptiste. Performances take place at 2 p.m. on Wednesday through Friday, May 13, 14 and 15, and at 7:30 p.m. on Sunday, May 17 and Tuesday through Sunday, May 19-24. Tickets are $45/adults, $20/students (25 and under) and active military. Visit westcoastblacktheatre.org or call the Box Office (941-366-1505) for tickets.