THE DIRECTOR

ACT, a not-for-profit organization, was founded in 1984 by Sybil M. Odom, Ph.D. With degrees in Theatre, Child Drama and Theatre Education, Sybil is a published author and internationally produced playwright/lyricist who has been acting, directing, writing and teaching in the theatre for over 15 years. Although she has served as Program Coordinator for the internationally recognized Arts in Medicine program at Shands Hospital/University of Florida, and is a Professor of Theatre at both Antioch University and Santa Fe Community College, her first love has always been sharing the magic and the lessons of the stage with young people.

Her film credits include work with Academy Award nominee, Bill Suchy, Emmy Award winner, Charles St. Clair and Nickelodeon studios. An oft-invited speaker and hands-on educator, Sybil has presented at such events as The Florida Young Author's Conference, statewide Theatre Summits and Arts in Medicine Symposia. Her enthusiastic and infectious style make her a favorite at seminars, workshops and conferences.

For more information on Sybil's plays, or to book her for your next event, email SMOdom@aol.com.

•  "Sybil Odom's work with All Children's Theatre stands as a model for others to emulate."
  Elliot Robins, Professor of Education, Antioch University
  
  
• "Sybil Odom's talent is no secret in the world of children's theatre. She is an extremely talented playwright, and for us children's theatre is a serious endeavor."
  Pam Pailes, Education Director, Harbor Playhouse, Corpus Christi, Texas
  
  
• "What Sybil Odom knows is pure theatre, as evidenced not just by her Ph.D., but for her proven method, her discipline, her professionalism. If you are a true theatrician there is a spirit that guides your work, a wholeness, an aesthetic."
  Moon Magazine
  
  
• "Sybil Odom knows better than anyone how the theatre works its magic on children."
  Gainesville Sun
  
  
• "These works are sparking with energy and innovation, crackling with humor and the agile verbal play of children. Ms. Odom's plays catch fire even on the cool, white page."
  John Cech, Ph.D., Editor, Children's Literature Review
  
  
• "Fresh and contemporary"
  Samuel French, Inc.
  
  
• "As an educator I am always looking for new ways to effectively reach young people. I believe that the theatre is a powerful tool for helping children develop mentally, emotionally and physically. Dr. Odom's plays are impressive, versatile and well-loved by young actors as well as young audiences. For these reasons, and others, I have commissioned her work for productions here in Puerto Rico."
  M. Olomo-Correa, Educational Therapist, San Juan, Puerto Rico