July 15, 2025
By Sherley J.

From Ottawa to Edinburgh—and a few unforgettable cities in between—Rose-Ingrid Benjamin is packing a mic, a suitcase full of lived experience, and a bold solo show that’s about to stir international stages.

The Haitian-Canadian artist, comedian, and cultural worker is heading overseas to debut White As Snow at PBH’s Free Fringe in Edinburgh from August 2–9, a one-person truth-serum cabaret that’s part confession, part coming-of-faith story, and part cultural reckoning.

White As Snow is raw, lyrical, spiritual (in the most unchurchy way), and funny in all the ways that hurt…then heal. It takes us through Rose-Ingrid’s journey from Pentecostal missionary to joyful, blasphemous truth-teller—blending poetry, music, memoir, and unapologetic queer Black joy.

“This piece is a culmination of the last two decades of work and exploration… I am breathing new life into these words, connecting them with my current experiences and sharing my scars in an honest, vulnerable way.” — Rose-Ingrid Benjamin

But that’s not all. In true multi-hyphenate fashion, Benjamin’s also bringing their signature stand-up comedy across the UK and Europe, serving us satire, storytelling, and sharp-edged humour that’s unmistakably Black, queer, and diasporically divine.

White As Snow – Canadian Preview Tour
🗓️ July 27 – La Feuille Verte, Montreal
🗓️ July 29 – Arts Court Atelier, Ottawa
🗓️ July 30 – The Theatre Centre Incubator, Toronto

International Tour – Edinburgh & Beyond
– PBH’s Free Fringe | Aug 2–9 @ Sandport Tavern, Edinburgh
– Best of Canada Showcase | August 3
– The Alternative Black Comedy Showcase | TBA

🇫🇷 The Paristocrates | August 17, Paris
🇩🇪 Word on the Street | August 25, Berlin
Additional stand-up and guest spots across the UK & Europe — TBA!

Support the Journey
This isn’t just a tour—it’s a self-produced, community-powered creative exchange.

Donate to the Indiegogo to help cover travel, housing, and production

Attend a preview show and bring a friend
📲 Follow their journey on Instagram: @ingridtherose
🌐 Full tour info and links: https://linktr.ee/ribenja

Let’s help this Black Canadian creative bring all the holy, hilarious, and heartfelt fire to the Fringe—and beyond.