Rahel Romahn has been named the 11th recipient of the Heath Ledger Scholarship, the richest acting prize in Australia. The Heath Ledger Scholarship is awarded to an emerging Australian actor with e…
“Throughout my life, I have learnt a lot from the leaders of the craft of acting,” Romahn said. “From Heath I learned the power of vulnerability, the importance of bravery and the necessity of supporting the ones around you. These are extremely vital aspects to being a performer in our industry.“I want to highlight the importance of inclusivity. I am so proud of our industry for putting diversity at the top of our priority list.
”Charmaine Bingwa, who announced Romahn today, said, “It’s never lost on me, for one moment, what a rich bounty the Heath Ledger Scholarship has brought me. It was one of the most beautifully transformative experiences. In a short space of time it put me on the path to working with world-class talents on world-class projects. I am forever grateful to Heath, his remarkable legacy and his benevolent family. I’m thrilled for the next recipient and the incredible opportunities that lie before them.