The Boy From Oz
Wednesday 02 October 2024 to Sunday 20 October 2024
Overview
This highly anticipated musical is not just a performance but a vibrant celebration of Peter Allen’s extraordinary life and career. From his early beginnings in Tenterfield to his meteoric rise to…
This highly anticipated musical is not just a performance but a vibrant celebration of Peter Allen’s extraordinary life and career. From his early beginnings in Tenterfield to his meteoric rise to international fame, the show promises to capture the essence of one of the most flamboyant and influential entertainers of the 20th century.
Jared Newall, known for his work with The Ten Tenors, stars as Peter Allen. He is a seasoned performer with a background in both classical music and musical theatre.
The Boy from Oz was written by the late Nick Enright, who sought to craft a musical that not only celebrated Peter Allen’s career but also offered an intimate look at his life. The show seamlessly transitions between different phases of Allen’s journey, highlighting key moments from his rise to fame and the challenges he faced along the way.
His struggles and losses are an integral part of the narrative explored in The Boy from Oz, offering a balanced view of Allen’s personal and professional experiences.
The portrayal of Allen’s early days in Armidale, his relationships with Judy Garland and Liza Minnelli, and his triumphs on the international stage are interwoven with vibrant musical numbers and dramatic moments.
Accessibility
Actively welcomes people with access needs.
Caters for people who are deaf or have hearing loss
Caters for people who use a wheelchair.
Have a hearing loop
Have a step free main entrance to the building and/or reception area (includes ramps or slopes with a maximum gradient of 1:14, otherwise are too steep for wheelchairs)
Have accessible seating areas in theatrette
Have an accessible public toilet which is unlocked
Have at least one wheelchair accessible parking space with wheelchair accessible signage clearly displayed (International standards are 3200mm wide x 2500 mm high)
Have step free outdoor pathways (includes picnic areas, barbecues and shelters)
Have visual alerts for emergencies (Include flashing light)
Offer a range of contact methods for receiving complaints
Offer multiple options for booking - web, email, phone
Train your staff in communicating with people who are deaf or have hearing loss
Train your staff in disability awareness
Welcomes and assists people who have challenges with learning, communication, understanding and behaviour. (includes people with autism, intellectual disability, Down syndrome, acquired brain injury (ABI), dyslexia and dementia)