RESCHEDULED: Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe's Jazzlinks

The Bay

Enjoy a free performance by the Jazzlinks at The Bay... now on a new day!

The Oval at The Bay

Arts & Entertainment

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Black History Month

Celebrate Black History Month (Feb 1-Mar 1) at The Bay with a powerful lineup of performances and movie showings highlighting resilience, love, groundbreaking artistry, and inspiring real-life trailblazers.

Free Concerts at The Bay

Experience a talented local performer at The Bay each week. Enjoy a range of music genres. Don’t be surprised if you find yourself singing along or up on your feet dancing! Sundays at The Bay is a free, music concert series offered every Sunday afternoon.

Signature Artists at The Bay Series

One of the many aspects that makes Sarasota special is its incredible collection of Arts & Culture offerings. Join some of the finest artists in the area as they perform in the park at The Bay.

THIS EVENT HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED TO TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 17Celebrating Black History Month!Join Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe's Jazzlinks Ensemble for a special performance that takes you on a trip back to the “Harlem Renaissance”, featuring music by jazz icons like Duke Ellington, Ella Fitzgerald, and Cab Calloway.***BRING YOUR OWN LAWN CHAIR FOR THIS PERFORMANCE AS SEATING IS NOT PROVIDED ON THE LARGE COMMON GROUND LAWN***NOTE: All registrations for the original Sun, Feb. 15 performance have been automatically moved to Tues, Feb. 17. No re-registration is needed.

About JazzlinksOne of several educational programs offered by WBTT, JazzLinks brings to life some of the experiences of African Americans during specific eras in history (e.g., The Harlem Renaissance, U.S. military during WWII, and The Civil Rights Movement). It allows us to acknowledge many significant contributions, remember where we’ve been, and educate newer generations so that history is not forgotten.

About Westcoast Black Theatre TroupeThe mission of Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe (WBTT) is to produce professional theatre that promotes and celebrates African American history and experiences, engages a broad base of patrons and audiences, supports the development of a dynamic group of aspiring artists, and builds self-esteem in youth of color.

Know Before You Go:<ul><li>**BRING YOUR OWN LAWN CHAIR FOR THIS PERFORMANCE AS SEATING IS NOT PROVIDED ON THE LARGE COMMON GROUND LAWN***</li><li>The Bay park address is 1055 Blvd of the Arts, Sarasota FL 34236</li><li>Free parking is located around the site and all parking lots remain open — along Blvd of the Arts and in front of the Van Wezel, Municipal Auditorium and Blue Pagoda. Please avoid parking in designated Sarasota Orchestra parking areas.</li><li>Construction of the new Town Square (located between the Municipal Auditorium and Art Center) is underway and affects pedestrian routes between the parking lot along N. Tamiami Trail and venues west of Van Wezel Way (incl. The Bay park, Van Wezel, and Holley Hall). Signs are posted to direct you between these locations. Please allow extra time to walk from and to your vehicle. Click here to view recommended pedestrian routes. <a href="https://www.thebaysarasota.org/park-features-phase-2/" title="https://www.thebaysarasota.org/park-features-phase-2/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Click here</a> to learn more about Phase 2 of The Bay.</li></ul><ul><li>Some events attract large crowds: Arrive early, be kind, and please be patient.</li><li>All pets must be non-aggressive and on a leash at all times. Owners are expected to pick up after their pets.</li><li>Please report any risky or unsafe behavior to the Sarasota Non-Emergency Police 24 hours a day (941) 316-1199.</li></ul>

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