Set in 1980’s Harlem, The First Noel is a musical that follows three generations of a family forever changed by a tragic loss. An unexpected visit reveals some long-absent Christmas joy. It is a story about how a community is healed, one family at a time, as everyday people do extraordinary things to help one another receive the gift of love at Christmas time. The music includes a re-imaging of the traditional holiday favorites in jazz, gospel and pop styles.
Running now through December 24
Ferst Center for the Arts at Georgia Tech
349 Ferst Drive, NW
Atlanta, GA 30332
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The First Noel: Meet The Family
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Benjamin Moore as “Henry”
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| Benjamin plays Henry, Noel’s father, inThe First Noel. It will be no surprise when you hear Benjamin sing that he is an accomplished opera singer that has performed in classics such as Roméo et Juliette, Hansel und Gretel, and La Bohème. He has also worked with artists like Kirk Franklin, Marvin Sapp, Take 6, and Kirk Whalum.Benjamin holds a Master of Music degree in Voice Performance from the Peabody Conservatory.
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Brittany Inge as “Deloris”
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| Deloris, Noel’s mother, is played by Brittany Inge, whom you may recognize from Holler If Ya Hear Me. Brittany is a proud Spelman College alumna, serving as President of the Glee Club in her senior year. Brittany began singing early, being “forced” to sing for the customers at her Aunt Carolyn’s hair salon, all before the age of 7.
Brittany would go on to study vocal technique at the famed Duke Ellington School of the Arts in Washington, DC before heading to Spelman.
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Terry Henry as “Ethel”
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| Terry takes on the role of Noel’s grandmother Ethel in The First Noel. Terry has won Best Actress awards for Black Pearl Sings in Charlotte, NC and for Ain’t Misbehavin’ in Los Angeles, and was awarded Best Actress by IMTA in New York City.
Despite all her awards, Terry finds her most acclaimed role is being mom to her daughter, Judah.
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Brian Jordan Jr. as “Skeeter”
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| Brian plays Noel’s beloved Uncle Skeeter in The First Noel. Brian’s greatest inspiration is Deborah “Debbie” Kaye Allen. In his own words, “she is the single most talented and creative human being that I have ever met.” After training at her dance school – Debbie Allen Dance Academy, Brian attended NYU Tisch School for the Arts. He is a graduate of Louisiana State University (Go Tigers!)
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