Pictured: Artists performing in WBTT’s version of ‘Better Times Will Come’ are Nate Jacobs (foreground) and (back, from l-r) Tsadok Porter, Raleigh Mosely II and Ariel Blue

“The Better Times Project” has been born and nearly 190 versions of the song have been recorded – including an upbeat, gospel-flavored version by Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe (WBTT). “This project offers an illustration of the many ways one song can be used, and a reminder that you don’t have to be a professional to make art. Every version here was done from lockdown and quarantine, with birds, dogs, children in the background,” Ian said. “I am extremely happy WBTT has joined us in this effort to bring hope, and dignity, in these troubled times.” Contributed versions are in 10 languages and sign languages, with formats including videos, coloring books/pages, dance and animation. Ian is using Facebook – where she has over 556,000 followers – to drive people to other artists’ sites.

Pictured: Artists performing in WBTT’s version of ‘Better Times Will Come’ are Nate Jacobs (foreground) and (back, from l-r) Tsadok Porter, Raleigh Mosely II and Ariel Blue

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