Rachel Potter Frozen Nashville Rep AND The Broadway Presence Elevating The Production

by Soraya Alcalá 07/20/2026

written by Soraya Alcalá 07/20/2026

Editorial Note Soraya Alcalá

Rachel Potter’s participation in Nashville Rep’s Frozen reflects a strategic artistic decision that strengthens the company’s 2026 season. Her Broadway background adds depth, vocal clarity, and a grounded professional approach that elevates the production’s direction. This casting choice aligns with Nashville Rep’s commitment to presenting work shaped by experience and authenticity, offering audiences a performance supported by real artistic authority.

© Soraya Alcalá ·Editorial Note Original

NASHVILLE, Tenn. –

Nashville Repertory Theatre is thrilled to announce that Broadway star and Nashville resident Rachel Potter will star as Elsa in Disney’s «Frozen,» one of the most anticipated productions of the company’s 2026-27 season.

Single tickets for «Frozen» and «John Proctor is the Villain» are on sale now.

Potter brings an impressive Broadway résumé to the role, having starred as Wednesday Addams in «The Addams Family» and originated the role of The Mistress in the Tony Award-nominated Broadway revival of «Evita,» starring Ricky Martin and Michael Cerveris. She also appeared in the second national tour of «Wicked» and later gained national recognition as a Top 12 finalist on FOX’s «The X Factor.» Today, Potter continues to perform nationwide as a recording artist and concert performer.

«Returning to the world of Disney feels like coming full circle. I started my career at Walt Disney World at 18 as Ariel in Voyage of The Little Mermaid. It’s where I earned my Equity card and took my first steps toward Broadway,» said Potter. «To now have the opportunity to play Elsa at 42 is an incredible gift. As the mom of a three-year-old little girl who is completely obsessed with Elsa, I know no one will think I’m cooler than she does. I’m so grateful to Nashville Repertory Theatre for the chance to tell this beautiful story.»

Rachel Potter Frozen Nashville Brings Broadway Strength to the Stage

Based on Disney’s Academy Award-winning animated film, «Frozen» features beloved songs including «Let It Go,» «Do You Want to Build a Snowman?» and «For the First Time in Forever,» along with new music written specifically for the Broadway adaptation. The musical tells the inspiring story of sisters Anna and Elsa and celebrates the enduring power of love, family and self-discovery.

«Rachel is one of Nashville’s own, and her extraordinary Broadway career, powerhouse vocals and heartfelt storytelling make her the perfect Elsa,» said Jessica Francis Fichter, Artistic Director of Nashville Repertory Theatre. «We’re honored to welcome her to the Nashville Rep stage for what promises to be an unforgettable production.»

Potter will not appear in the role Dec. 4, 5 and 6 due to a previous engagement.

Single tickets to «Frozen» and «John Proctor Is the Villain» are on sale now.

Audiences are encouraged to purchase early, as «Frozen» is expected to be one of the season’s highest-demand productions in recent history.
For tickets and additional information about the 2026-27 season, visit www.nashvillerep.org.