The Cast

R&B singer Dr. Tony Terry, born March 12, 1964 in Washington, D.C., rose to fame with his 1987 Epic Records debut featuring the hit "She's Fly." His 1988 album "Forever Yours" delivered the chart-topping single "With You."

Beyond music, Terry has acted in stage productions and projects like "Martin, Malcolm and I" and "Cycle." This Grammy nominee earned an Emmy for writing "People Get Ready" for St. Jude's Legends Unite project.

 Dr. Terry holds a Doctorate in Musical Arts and Philosophy from Harvest Christian University and remains celebrated for his smooth vocals and passionate performances. 

JCann is a Houston born entertainer who has sold out six consecutive tours. He has been featured in music videos starring Juicy J and Wiz Khalifa and is truly living out his childhood dream of being a multifaceted entertainer. In addition to his standup comedy chops, JCann is a notable writer, actor, and performer. After relocating to LA, JCann frequented stage time with the likes of Mike Epps, Jay Pharaoh, Deon Cole, Deray Davis, Sheryl Underwood, Teddy Ray, and Slink Johnson just to name a few. When JCann isn’t on stage as a comedian, he’s hosting, creating content as a Brand Ambassador, working with aligned brands in a multitude of ways. With a comedy special debuting on Tubi before the end of this year, JCann is not slowing down. He currently performs as one part of comedic music group, Brodeci of H-Town and is a pillar in Houston’s art community with one of his biggest accomplishments being the recipient of All Access Art Show Day in Houston, TX on September 16th. JCann has performed in venues all over the country and is currently curating one of a kind comedic experiences in Houston.

 Ben Jackson is considered by his peers as one of the best comedic storytellers of this generation. Since 2011 Ben Jackson takes crowds on a laugh train with no stops. A 2x finalist in Funniest Comic in Texas, Ben was awarded Best Comic in Houston by Broadcast Houston December 2023. Ben has hosted & performed with comedy legends like John Witherspoon, Damon Wayans, Bobby Lee, Rob Stapleton, Thea Vidale, Damon Williams to name a few as well as musical acts Pokey Bear, Ginuwine, and Adina Howard. In 2019 & 2021, Ben released 2 standup albums “It’s Tough” & “Too Tough” onto streaming sites and followed those up with  “It’s Tough: The Toughest” released on YouTube in 2024. Ben can be seen as a reoccurring guest on Fox Soul's The Nightcap and in the comedy film “I Got The Juice” releasing Fall 2024. 

Phoenix Jackson, born as Steven Johnson in Philadelphia, PA, is a talented actor and writer. He is best known by the pen name "Phoenix Jackson," symbolizing rebirth and resilience within his craft.
With a career spanning two decades in acting and over 15 years in writing, Phoenix is a visionary determined to transform the portrayal of people of color in television and film. He honed his skills at the prestigious Freedom Theater, where he caught the attention of director Walter Dallas. This led to a pivotal role in the Philadelphia Metropolitan Opera production of Porgy and Bess, marking the inception of a remarkable career.
His creative footprint extends across various mediums, from penning skits for local Philadelphia productions to contributing to a pilot episode for former Philadelphia Eagles player Jeremiah Trotter. Notably, Phoenix's work has graced the Sundance Film Festival in films such as "Cost of a Soul" and "Who Ever Told You It Was OK to Dream?" showcasing his versatile talent and commitment to diverse storytelling.

Teddy Ames is an American actor. Born and raised in Philadelphia, and educated in the Philadelphia school system.

 Teddy has been in the acting industry for more than a decade, and in that time, he has been in various television commercials, several full feature films, a few cable series, and a number of stage productions. The sky is the limit and the best is yet to come!

Robert 'Brotha Blaze' Murray is an actor and writer from Philadelphia, PA. He has appeared in films, “End of The Line,” “A Cup Full Of Crazy” and “Under His Control”; and theatrical productions at Arden Theater and Manhattan Repertory Theater. Robert also teaches workshops for The Don Evans Players.

Studied dance at four. At fifteen her professional dance career started with the Philadelphia Dance Company (Philadanco), where she also started her teaching career. Toured with The Wiz, Broadway production of Shakespeare’s Timon of Athens, Black Nativity. Credits include “Fame”, “The Cosby Show” and the “Sports Illustrated Swimsuit TV Special.”