Rachel hails from Orem, Utah, where she grew up along side the beautiful Wasatch mountains. As a child, she was extremely shy, but in 7th grade, decided to take a drama class. As they say, the rest is history.
Not only did she find her calling in life, but she found herself, and confidence. In 9th grade, she had her first leading role as Little Mary in Little Mary Sunshine in her first ever musical. Her family watched in shock, as the shy baby girl of the family took the spotlight. After that, she decided to take voice lessons from her award winning grandfather, Dr. Ralph Woodward.
Rachel excelled in theater at Orem High School under the direction of her drama teacher, Syd Riggs. She won several awards, including 1st Place at the Utah Shakespeare Festival High School Competition and as a senior received a talent scholarship to Brigham Young University to study Music Dance Theater. She was also named Best Female Actress by the Deseret News for her portrayal of Anne Frank in The Diary of Anne Frank.
Over the years, Rachel has starred in many productions across Utah, which helped develop her talents and love of performing. She currently lives in Utah with her husband and two dogs.
"I exist as I am, that is enough." -Walt Whitman
Not only did she find her calling in life, but she found herself, and confidence. In 9th grade, she had her first leading role as Little Mary in Little Mary Sunshine in her first ever musical. Her family watched in shock, as the shy baby girl of the family took the spotlight. After that, she decided to take voice lessons from her award winning grandfather, Dr. Ralph Woodward.
Rachel excelled in theater at Orem High School under the direction of her drama teacher, Syd Riggs. She won several awards, including 1st Place at the Utah Shakespeare Festival High School Competition and as a senior received a talent scholarship to Brigham Young University to study Music Dance Theater. She was also named Best Female Actress by the Deseret News for her portrayal of Anne Frank in The Diary of Anne Frank.
Over the years, Rachel has starred in many productions across Utah, which helped develop her talents and love of performing. She currently lives in Utah with her husband and two dogs.
"I exist as I am, that is enough." -Walt Whitman
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