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Local performer Rachel Prather is set to showcase her talent in a one-woman cabaret on May 5 at The Studio @620, celebrating her journey from St. Petersburg to Broadway. After significant success on Broadway, Prather aims to reconnect with her roots and engage with her hometown audience. The performance will feature a mix of musical theater songs and personal stories, accompanied by talented musicians. Tickets are available through The Studio @620, offering locals a chance to witness Prather’s remarkable artistic growth.
St. Petersburg, FL – Local talent Rachel Prather is set to perform a one-woman cabaret on May 5 at The Studio @620, marking her return to St. Petersburg after achieving notable success on Broadway. The performance aims to celebrate her roots while she continues to work on an upcoming play.
Prather, who last graced the stage for her hometown audience in 2015 when she played the lead role in *Once: The Musical* at the Straz Center in Tampa, has since made significant strides in her career. She was part of the original Broadway cast of *The Band’s Visit*, a critically acclaimed production that won six Tony Awards, as well as a revival of *A Christmas Carol*.
Born and raised in St. Petersburg, Prather graduated from St. Pete Catholic High School in 2008, where she began her journey in the performing arts. At the age of 9, she discovered her passion for acting during summer camps at American Stage. Her early theatrical milestones included playing Annie in a production at the Bravo Center for the Arts and honing her skills through community theater and the drama department at her high school.
Throughout her educational journey, Prather received invaluable opportunities that helped shape her career. In her senior year, a friend named Stephen Riordan wrote a one-act play specifically for her, which eventually won her the best actress title in the district competition. Following high school, she went on to earn a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre from the Boston Conservatory, which laid the groundwork for her move to New York City.
In New York, Prather quickly landed her first professional role as Tzeizel in *Fiddler on the Roof* at the Westchester Broadway Theatre. Her career continued to blossom as she took part in various productions, which helped establish her as a talented performer in the competitive theater scene.
Currently, Rachel Prather is back in her hometown not only to reconnect with her local fans but also because she has been persuaded by Riordan to join the production of *Venus in Fur*, which he is directing at The Studio @620. This collaborative project is yet another testament to her dedication to her craft and her community.
The cabaret performance will feature an eclectic mix of musical theater songs, jazz standards, and popular song covers, complemented by engaging stories from Prather’s life. She will be accompanied by Michael Raabe on piano and Paul Stoddart on guitar, ensuring a rich musical experience for attendees. Prather expressed her eagerness to share her journey and artistic growth with those who have supported her from the very start.
Tickets for the one-woman cabaret and further information about the production can be accessed through The Studio @620, enabling local audiences to witness Prather’s talent first-hand and celebrate her remarkable journey from St. Petersburg to Broadway.
As the performance date approaches, anticipation builds for an evening that not only celebrates local talent but also embodies the power of community and the arts.
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- St. Pete Catalyst: Rachel Prather Brings Home a Bit of Broadway
- Wikipedia: Musical Theater
- St. Pete Catalyst: Weekend Spotlight
- Google Search: Theater Performances
- St. Pete Catalyst: Looking Forward – The Month of May in the Arts
- Google Scholar: Theater Studies
- Legacy.com: Edward Prather Obituary
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Performing Arts
- Google News: Rachel Prather Broadway
