White As Snow

Fringe 2026

White As Snow

White As Snow is a homegrown exvangelical story told from the perspective of a Haitian, Queer, eldest immigrant daughter, former worship leader and missionary. Edmonton-born, Ottawa-raised multi-hyphenate Rose-Ingrid Benjamin's first play blends spoken word, storytelling and song to weave a "deeply personal solo piece" that seeks to explore and challenge what it means to believe, belong and walk away. First developed in Edinburgh as part of PBH Free Fringe in 2026, White As Snow premiered at the NYC Fringe in April 2026 and is making its way across Canada in the summer and fall of 2026.

QUOTES + REVIEWS

"Benjamin is a compelling presence. There’s a warmth to her that immediately puts the audience at ease, a kind of openness that makes you want to follow wherever she’s going." - Stephen Kearley, Hi! Drama

Benjamin's "voice is exceptional. Rich, controlled and full of feeling, it carries some of the most powerful moments of the evening." - The Daniels Review

"Rose-Ingrid is an alchemist, turning pain into beauty, fearlessly and unapologetically sharing their life story..." - Audience Member, Amsterdam

"I think this is really healing. Especially for anyone who's had spiritual trauma. Anyone who's faced with depression or suicidal ideation or anyone who's had a time in their life when their faith has made them question if they're enough." - Audience Member, New York City

"Anpil jen moun yo bezwen tande listwa pa w!"- Audience Member, New York City (Many people need to hear your story!)

CREDITS

Written and Performed by: Rose-Ingrid Benjamin (We're Funny That Way Comedy Festival, We Will Rock You, Dancyn)
Directed by: Kyle Brown (Come From Away, Mirvish/NAC/Australia + New Zealand)
Musical Direction and Special Appearance by: Katie James (Freestyle Love Supreme, Broadway/National Tour)
Dramaturgy by: Cherissa Richards (Shedding Skin, Nightwood Theatre)

Plain Language Description

White As Snow is about Rose-Ingrid, the eldest of two born in Edmonton to parents from Haiti. After a cross-country move and a tragic family event, her parents get divorced.

She lives through more tragedies as she grows up. She finds strength in her love for her mother, music, and Jesus. She never stops trying to follow her dreams learning that the love she needs the most is from herself.

The play includes references to suicide, parental abuse, spiritual abuse, and homophobia.