The Boy From Oz: Musical Info & Synopsis


Synopsis:

The Boy From Oz is a jukebox musical that tells the life story of Australian singer-songwriter Peter Allen. The show follows Peter’s journey from his humble beginnings to his rise to fame as an international entertainer, delving into his relationships and the challenges he faced as a gay artist in the entertainment industry. The Boy From Oz offers a celebration of Peter Allen’s talent, charisma, and enduring legacy as a performer.


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Musical Information

Musical Type: Pre-Contemporary (1998)

Cast Size: 15+

Genre: Biography

Setting: 1960s, 1970s, 1980s, 1990s / Australia, NYC


Creative Team

Music/Lyrics: Peter Allen

Book: Nick Enright, Martin Sherman


Cast Albums

Original Broadway Cast (2003)➝


Resources

Licensing: David Spicer Productions➝

Sheet Music: Amazon➝


Tags

1990s, Biographical, Child Role, Disco, Jukebox Musical, LGBTQ+Pop


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