The Unlikely Ascent of Sybil Stevens

by Kari Bentley-Quinn

Sybil Stevens, a Chicago-based flight attendant, finds her life completely changed when she is the sole survivor of a devastating plane crash. Sybil, still suffering physical and emotional ramifications from the crash, agrees to do a talk show at the urging of her young, publicity hungry nephew. When Joe, the man who saved her life, makes a surprise visit to Chicago, Sybil finds herself having to deal with the...

Sybil Stevens, a Chicago-based flight attendant, finds her life completely changed when she is the sole survivor of a devastating plane crash. Sybil, still suffering physical and emotional ramifications from the crash, agrees to do a talk show at the urging of her young, publicity hungry nephew. When Joe, the man who saved her life, makes a surprise visit to Chicago, Sybil finds herself having to deal with the unexpected aftereffects of both the crash and her newfound fame.

Published on Indie Theater Now:
http://www.indietheaternow.com/Play/the-unlikely-ascent-of-sybil-stevens

  • Inquire About Rights
  • Recommend
  • Download
  • Save to Reading List

The Unlikely Ascent of Sybil Stevens

Recommended by

  • Cheryl Bear: The Unlikely Ascent of Sybil Stevens

    A revealing look at the aftermath of surviving a devastating plane crash and the effects of that and the fame that came afterwards. Well done.

    A revealing look at the aftermath of surviving a devastating plane crash and the effects of that and the fame that came afterwards. Well done.

  • Daniel McCoy: The Unlikely Ascent of Sybil Stevens

    I saw this play in its world premiere at the Secret Theatre. It's a beautiful and moving journey that's stayed with me for over a year.

    I saw this play in its world premiere at the Secret Theatre. It's a beautiful and moving journey that's stayed with me for over a year.

  • David Hilder: The Unlikely Ascent of Sybil Stevens

    This is a fantastic play -- tight as a drum, suspenseful, and filled with a depth of feeling and great moments of humor. I always want to know where the next moment will find Sybil, a wholly three-dimensional character.

    This is a fantastic play -- tight as a drum, suspenseful, and filled with a depth of feeling and great moments of humor. I always want to know where the next moment will find Sybil, a wholly three-dimensional character.

Development History

  • Type Reading, Organization Artemisia Theater (Chicago), Year 2014
  • Type Reading, Organization Lesser America (New York), Year 2013
  • Type Workshop, Organization The Secret Theatre New Voices Project (New York), Year 2013

Production History

  • Type Professional, Organization The Secret Theatre, Year 2014

Awards

  • Princess Grace Award
    Semi-Finalist
    2013
  • O'Neill National Playwrights Conference
    Semi-Finalist
    2013
  • Bay Area Playwrights Festival
    Finalist
    2013