About the Show

Phebe Hibshman has over twenty-five years experience in acting, directing and teaching in the theater arts. Phebe is a professional actress (AEA/SAG/AFTRA) and continues to work in the industry. She received her B.A. in Theatre from the University of Maryland studying with Dr. Rudy Pugliese and Ron O’Leary. Some notable roles were THE CHILDREN'S HOUR  (Martha), ARMS AND THE MAN (Catherine), SUPPRESSED DESIRES (Mabel), NO EXIT (Inez), SATCHMO (ORIGINAL) performed at HOWARD UNIVERSITY, Washington, D.C. and TOOTSIES ORCHID LOUNGE (ORIGINAL) (Sandy) performed at THE NATIONAL THEATRE, Washington, D.C. 

Phebe was first awarded BEST ACTRESS in THE TAMING OF THE SHREW (Kate) at THE EMILY JORDAN FOLGER SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL. She then received THE TERRY MARGULIS DUNLAP SCHOLARSHIP for PERFORMING ARTS at UMCP. She was also awarded the prestigious HELEN HAYES STUDENT ACTOR AWARD for ACTING at THE NATIONAL THEATRE in Washington, D.C.         

As a graduate student, Phebe studied classical theater at the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art (LAMDA). She participated in scene study workshops on Jacobean tragedy, Shakespeare’s late plays and comedies, Shakespeare’s histories and tragedies, and English Comedies of Manners. Part of LAMDA’s program included voice, movement and singing, as well as tap, stage combat, historical dancing and Alexander Technique. At LAMDA, she was taught and directed by members of the Royal Shakespeare Company including Rodney Cottier, Shelia Allen, Penny Cherns and vocal teacher Andrew Jack. Her notable roles included, THE CHERRY ORCHARD (Lyuba), RICHARD THE THIRD (Queen Elizabeth), THE RELAPSE (Berinthia), and THE DUCHESS OF MALFI (Duchess).  

Phebe performed at the Shakespeare Theatre at the Folger (The Shakespeare Theatre Company) in Washington, D.C. under the direction of Michael Kahn in MACBETH (Lady MacDuff) and THE MERCHANT of VENICE (Nerissa) directed by Michael Langham.

In New York, she was in a variety of stage productions, most notably MACBETH (Lady M) with The Classical Theater. She continued her studies with Sandy Dennis at HB Studios and with Michael Hartig.

Phebe moved to South Florida and became an ensemble member of The Area Stage Company. She also performed at The Odyssey Theatre in Palm Beach and at New Theatre in Coral Gables. Her most notable roles in these theaters were MEPHISTO (FL PREMIERE) (Nicoletta), ITALIAN-AMERICAN RECONCILIATION (S FL PREMIERE) (Janice),THE MISANTHROPE (Celimene), DOWN THE ROAD (S FL PREMIERE) (Iris), A DOLL HOUSE (Nora), BALTIMORE WALTZ (S FL PREMIERE) (Anna). Phebe received an HM “Carbonell” Award for BEST ACTRESS as Anna in BALTIMORE WALTZ at Area Stage.

As an educator, Phebe led the Theatre Arts Program at Palmer Trinity School in Palmetto Bay, FL (PTS) for seven years and more than doubled student participation. She taught acting, directing, writing and technical theatre to middle school and high school students. She created a JR Thespian Troupe #88939 and grew the existing Sr Troupe #5458 in the International Thespian Honor Society. Under Phebe’s direction, both Thespian Troupes won numerous Critic Choice and Superior awards at the District and State levels. 

  Phebe has directed over 25 fully staged productions, many one-acts and numerous showcases in small theaters, large theaters and outdoor facilities. Some of her shows include  THE 25th ANNUAL PUTNAM CO SPELLING BEE, INTO THE WOODS, SEUSSICAL, ANATOMY OF GRAY, URINETOWN, SKIN OF OUR TEETH, BYE BYE BIRDIE, ONCE UPON A MATTRESS, TAMING OF THE SHREW, LEGALLY BLONDE, JAMES AND THE GIANT PEACH, HONK, LITTLE MERMAID, GODSPELL, BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, CHECK, PLEASE, CHECK PLEASE, TAKE TWO, A LITTLE PRINCESS, THE MUSIC MAN, and A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM. NWSA New Playwrights Festival COAL CAPITAL, and 2 FRESHMAN SHOWCASES.

Phebe is a private acting coach for students applying to competitive collegiate acting or musical theater programs. Some of her students include: Ava Riley / Yale School of Drama,  Katherine Ella Wood / The Juilliard School, Braina Henry - USC School of Dramatic Arts, Cecelia Leal / Paula San Augstin / Crystal Peterson (Current) / Alejandro Rey (Current) / Roberto Morean / Samantha Ostwald- NYU Tisch School of the Arts, Cassie Plunkett / Isabella Victoriano Berkeley School of Music.

Short Production Video

https://youtu.be/PC0R525gzwI

Productions Video

https://youtu.be/s7H1vDfg45E

Ron O’Leary https://www.playbill.com/article/dr-ronald-oleary-dc-area-director-playwright-educator-dead-at-59-com-78212

Andrew Jack

https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0413087/

Michael Kahn

https://www.washingtonpost.com/entertainment/theater_dance/michael-kahn-in-his-swan-song-at-shakespeare-theatre-stays-true-to-himself/2019/05/01/9a48b7aa-6a88-11e9-a66d-a82d3f3d96d5_story.html

Sandy Dennis

https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0006800/

Briana Henry

https://www.imdb.com/name/nm6043456/

Katherine Ella Wood

https://www.katherineellawood.com/

Roberto Morean

https://www.imdb.com/name/nm9088461/

(2016 FL STATE Junior Thespian Festival HM (2nd Place) for LARGE GROUP MUSICAL Chehab & Co - Matilda/When I grow up. 2013 FL STATE Thespian Festival CRITICS CHOICE for COSTUME CONSTRUCTION Alessandra Sanchez - Seussical.  2013 District 8 Thespian Festival CRITICS CHOICE for PLAYWRITING Melinda Klenk. 2013 District 8 Thespian Festival SENIOR SCHOLARSHIP ROBERTO MOREAN for MUSICAL SOLO. 2012 District 4 JR Thespian Festival CRITIC’S CHOICE for IMPROVISATION Almeida & Garrett.)