Biography

Tried and true "California Girl" Sydney Claire Olson is an international artist, working predominantly in feature film, musical theatre, and classical text. Known for her bubbly versatility and kinetic work ethic, her work on the silver screen has included challenging herself in a variety of projects, whether it be a surreal feature or a thrilling short. She has lead half a dozen feature films, and shows no sign of slowing. Recently honored as one of Utah International Film Festival's Top 35 Most In-Demand Actors, she prides herself on a wide acting range and her ability to bring intensity and charm to each and every character.

Sydney has performed live onstage with the Prague Shakespeare Company as Isabella in Measure for Measure, working alongside prolific acting instructors from around the globe. Other favorite stage roles include Veronica in Heathers, Hermia in A Midsummer Night's Dream, and Janey Laskowitz in the world premiere of The Fork. Sydney has also developed a love for the production side of performing art and has worked several projects as a stunt coordinator, intimacy director, and theatre technician. Sydney has 18+ years of vocal and acting training and holds a BFA in Acting.

Armed with her well-worn copy of The Complete Works of Jane Austen and a matcha lemon spritz, Sydney plans to spend the rest of her life in pursuit of her art, using performance to better the lives of the people surrounding her.
- IMDb mini biography by: Sydney Claire Olson

Sydney has a bulldog-boxer mix named Nova. They like to wear matching scarves.

As a kid, Sydney won 4 National Youth Arts awards for her performances as Veruca Salt in Willy Wonka, Anna in Frozen Jr., Eponine in Les Miserables, and Dolores in Working.