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Perth Now
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Perth actor selected to represent Australia in US festival
An aspiring theatre performer from Perth is the youngest of a WA contingent headed to the US to audition for a part in the Junior Theatre Festival in Atlanta. Emily Sweeney, 14, is one of five from WA selected to join the 40-strong Aussie All Star acting team preparing to embark on the overseas opportunity. 'When we get to America, they choose a show and we all have to audition for it. We get four days to learn the entire show and perform it at the JTF Atlanta; typically there is only five lead roles,' Emily told PerthNow. Your local paper, whenever you want it. 'There will be about 6000 kids from America so I am very nervous. If I mess up or don't do as well as I usually do, I won't be seen.' Emily — who as a young girl dreamed of being a florist — fell in love with acting four years ago after securing a lead role in a musical production of James and the Giant Peach. 'When I was 10 I had tried all the sports and was not good at any, so my Mum's final attempt was to let me audition for a show,' Emily said. Emily Sweeney from Perth is the youngest actor chosen as part of the Aussie Alll Stars team Credit: Emily Sweeney 'I fell in love after the first audition. I had a really good feeling about it and we went to the first rehearsal and everyone was so nice and welcoming. I felt so at home in the community.' After attending Parkwood Primary School, which did not have a drama club, Emily was set on attending Fremantle's John Curtin College of the Arts. She secured a lead role in Western Theatrics' Legally Blonde, which was successful enough to tour Newcastle last year. 'I played Brooke Windym and it was a hard role because I had to skip and sing at the same time,' she said. 'I thought performing in Sydney would be the biggest thing I ever do but when I was there I was asked to audition for the Aussie All Stars, the travel team that goes to America. 'I am very excited for the experience.' This trip will be Emily's first time travelling outside of Australia and is going to cost $12,000. She has started a GoFundMe to help pay her own way and avoid putting financial strain on her family. 'I will still be able to go to America even if we don't raise the money but when I get back I will have little money to support my parents and we will have to save for years to get back to where we are now,' she said. The two-week trip includes choreography workshops with industry professionals, New York City sightseeing and tickets to two Broadway musicals. 'I am so excited; even if I don't get a lead role it is going to be such a great experience,' Emily said. The theatre buff has dreams of attending the WA Academy of Performing Arts and landing a lead role in a Mamma Mia musical production one day. Emily expects she might have to leave Perth to make her acting dreams come true but said she was looking forward to that too. 'I am more excited than scared to leave Perth,' she said. 'It's definitely scary being away from everyone that has supported me but if I got the chance to be on Broadway, I would move in a second.'
Boston Globe
3 days ago
- Business
- Boston Globe
See inside the Seaport condo known as the ‘Grand Penthouse,' listed at nearly $50 million
Known as 'The Grand Penthouse' of the Floor-to-ceiling windows provide sweeping views of Boston Harbor and the city skyline, according to the listing with Advertisement A view from the kitchen. The penthouse condo at 150 Seaport Blvd. is on the market for $49,500,000. Surette Media Group 'Designed with extraordinary attention to detail, the residence features a double-height great room, a sculptural curved floating staircase with glass railings, and a grand foyer with an Italian marble radial inlay floor,' the listing says. This 6-bedroom condo at 150 Seaport Boulevard is on the market for $49,500,000. Surette Media Group The unit was built in 2022, and there's a monthly HOA fee of $21,870.83, and $1,060 parking fee, according to listing agent George Sarkis. The 6-bedroom condo at 150 Seaport Blvd. features a floating staircase. Surette Media Group 'The outdoor living experience is equally extraordinary, including a custom infinity-edge pool with a clear acrylic bottom, and a retractable Libart International glass roof, and sweeping water views from every angle,' the listing continues. 'Blending the privacy of a custom home with the legendary service of the St. Regis brand, The Grand Penthouse is a truly rare offering Boston has never seen.' Advertisement One of the sweeping view from the penthouse at 150 Seaport Blvd. Surette Media Group The 22-story luxury condominium tower offers 24-hour concierge, and was home to one of the most expensive home sales in Boston in 2024 after two units were combined and sold for more than $20 million, This condo at 150 Seaport Blvd. is on the market for $49,500,000. Surette Media Group The "Grand Penthouse" condo at 150 Seaport Blvd. is on the market for $49,500,000. Surette Media Group Emily Sweeney can be reached at
Boston Globe
02-05-2025
- Boston Globe
Stinky spray causes chaos at carnival, a potbellied pig evades capture, and baby squirrels are saved
PANIC AT THE CARNIVAL Advertisement On the evening of April 25, police figured out what was causing a commotion at the McKinley Carnival at Jennings Beach in Fairfield, Conn. , and it wasn't something you'd expect. 'At one point during the event, a crowd was seen running from the beach area, understandably raising concerns,' police Advertisement THIS LITTLE At 4:57 p.m. on West Bridgewater informed police that there was such a pig in her backyard which she believed had been living under her porch for a week. The pig, which was described as black and white, was last seen running into the woods toward Ash Street. Advertisement MAYBE? On April 9, Acton police got a call from someone reporting that a motor vehicle hit a boulder. The caller reported speaking to the woman who was driving, who said: 'Maybe that's why I have a flat tire.' The driver wasn't hurt, but the caller was concerned that she'd been drinking because of that comment and her demeanor seemed 'off.' Police who arrived at the scene apparently agreed because they ultimately placed the 27-year-old driver under arrest on charges of operating under the influence, unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle, and possessing an open container of alcohol in the vehicle. Emily Sweeney can be reached at
Boston Globe
28-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Boston Globe
Best waterfront restaurant in the country is on Cape Cod, according to USA Today readers
The nominees for USA Today's 10BEST Readers' Choice Awards are chosen by a panel of experts for each award category, and then editors select the final sets of nominees that the public can vote on. Once the nominees in the award category are announced, readers can vote for their favorites every day (one nominee per category, per calendar day) over a period of four weeks. The Beach House Grill was the only establishment in New England that made USA Today's list of the top 10 waterfront restaurants. Others in the top 5 include Moshulu in Philadelphia, at No. 2; the Strand House in Manhattan Beach, Calif. at No. 3; Canoe in Atlanta at No. 4; (5) Top of the Falls in Niagara Falls, N.Y. at No. 5. Advertisement Rounding out the top 10 were: (6) the Lobster House in Cape May, N.J.; (7) Six Seven Restaurant in Seattle; (8) Jetty's Waterfront Restaurant in Jupiter, Fla.; (9) Angèle Restaurant & Bar in Napa, Calif.; and (10) Prost Haus in San Antonio, Texas. Advertisement The Beach House Grill will open for lunch starting May 15 from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. and the bar will stay open serving drinks only from 3 to 5 p.m., according to the Dinner service will start on June 10, with reservations available from 5 to 9 p.m., the website states. Emily Sweeney can be reached at
Boston Globe
25-04-2025
- Boston Globe
Skateboarding cop goes viral, a dad joke backfires, and a resident makes an unusual animal complaint
On March 15, Framingham police shared a Advertisement THE DOG DID IT At 11:02 a.m. March 30, Cohasset police got a call from a guy on Hull Street who reported that 'the dog locked him out on the deck,' and he had 'no way of getting back in the house or off the deck.' The caller asked if someone could come by and help him out. He said the front door was unlocked, and the dog was friendly. Police responded to the home and were able to let the resident back in his home. FOOLISH PRANK BY DAD At 7:09 p.m. April 1 — April Fool's Day, of course — a man in Hingham called 911 after he put a smoke machine in his daughter's room as a prank, setting off the fire alarm — and he couldn't get it to turn off. Although there was no fire or real smoke, he was advised to get himself and his family out of the house, just in case. Fire department personnel were dispatched to help the hapless homeowner, and they confirmed that the alarm was accidental. Advertisement BLAME GAME At 10:47 p.m. April 12, Cambridge police responded to White Street for a report of a disturbance between a tow truck driver and an individual who was getting their car towed from private property for a parking violation. The truck driver and motorist each accused the other of doing some pushing. But the tussle didn't last long, and they eventually settled down and peace was restored. Police said they both declined medical attention and didn't wish to pursue criminal charges. AUTONOMOUS AUTO On April 8, Acton police received a 911 call from a concerned citizen who reported there was 'a vehicle travelling with the wind' on Massachusetts Avenue. The log entry stated that the 'vehicle came to a stop, but was obstructing traffic during the call.' Several officers responded to the scene and located the runaway vehicle. It was then corralled into a parking space and the emergency brake was engaged to keep it in place. UNHAPPY MEAL At 12:08 a.m. March 13, Bridgewater police ALL CREATURES, GREAT AND SMALL The Dedham animal control officer recently Advertisement Emily Sweeney can be reached at
