The Boy from Oz

Musical

Writers: Peter Allen

Overview

Show Information

Music
Lyrics
Category
Musical
Number of Acts
2
Genres
Historical/Biographical
Cast Size
large
Casting Notes

Includes young adult, adult, child, early teen, mature adult, late teen characters

Synopsis

"The Boy From Oz" tells about the life of the great Australian entertainer, Peter Allen. The show starts with in the 1950s with his humble beginnings growing up in an Australian bush town. He then experiences a meteoric rise to fame as an international star opening for Judy Garland and selling out week-long engagements at Radio City Music Hall. Later, Allen marries her Garland's daughter, Liza Minnelli. Within a few years, Allen and Minnelli split due to Allen's homosexuality. Eventually, Allen dies from AIDS - but before he dies, he is able to give one final concert back in his homeland.

Lead Characters

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