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Peter Allen

Peter Allen is an actor, composer, composer/lyricist whose BroadwayWorld credits include Legs Diamond, Peter Allen: Up in One, and Soon.

Date of Birth: February 10, 1944

Date of Death: June 18, 1992 (48)

Birth Place: Tenterfield, New South Wales, AUSTRALIA

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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1988
Jack Diamond
[Broadway]
Concert [Broadway], 1979
Performer
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1971
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Writing

Composer/Lyricist
Composer
Lyricist
Composer/Lyricist
Composer
Lyricist
Conceiver
Composer

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Listen: Scott Fagan Shares Track From Lost 1971 Richard Gere-Led Rock Opera SOON
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 8, 2026

Scott Fagan released a new song from his long-lost 1971 Broadway rock opera SOON, which starred a young Richard Gere. The album arrives via Fire Records after 55 years in development.
Lawrence Schulman's GARLAND Volume III to Publish via BearManor Media
by Rachel Stone - Oct 6, 2026

Music historian Lawrence Schulman's third volume of critical writings on Judy Garland will collect material written between 2023 and 2028, featuring a foreword by Will Friedwald and an afterword by John Kelsch.
THRU THE EYES OF THE HUSTLER'S DAUGHTER to Premiere in Theaters This Fall
by Rachel Stone - Sep 28, 2026

The biopic follows Baltimore rapper Tashera Savage's journey from witnessing her father's murder and experiencing generational trauma to finding healing through therapy and community support.
THRU THE EYES OF THE HUSTLER'S DAUGHTER to Premiere in Theaters
by Rachel Stone - Sep 24, 2026

The biopic based on Baltimore rapper Tashera Savage's life chronicles her journey from witnessing her father's murder and her mother's addiction to healing and hope through therapy and creativity.
Review: Charles Busch Makes the Familiar Feel Newly Personal at 54 Below
by Stephen Sorokoff - Sep 13, 2026

On 9/11 and 9/12, CHARLES BUSCH SINGS JOHNNY MERCER brought new interpretations to the master songwriter's work. “Everything Old Is New Again”…especially in the hands of Charles Busch.
Broadway Shows with Foreign Origins: A Deep Dive Into International Productions
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Sep 13, 2026

Theatre has long history of cultural exchange between the cities of New York and London. Every season, new productions make it to Broadway and off-Broadway after starting in the West End and vice versa. But what of all of the Broadway shows that have originated in countries beyond England? Productions originating in other foreign countries happen far less frequently but have resulted in some fascinating moments of history on Broadway.
Lawrence Schulman To Publish Three New Books On Music And Judy Garland
by Rachel Stone - Sep 5, 2026

Music historian and critic Lawrence Schulman will release new titles including a third GARLAND volume and a photographic biography of Judy Garland, with forewords from Will Friedwald and James Fisher.
Photos: SOON, Scott Fagan's Lost Rock Opera Song, to Arrive via Fire Records
by Rachel Stone - Sep 3, 2026

Scott Fagan released the title track from SOON, an album drawing on his long-lost 1971 Broadway rock opera that once starred a young Richard Gere.
THRU THE EYES OF THE HUSTLER'S DAUGHTER Biopic to Premiere in Theaters This Fall
by Rachel Stone - Sep 1, 2026

Biopic THRU THE EYES OF THE HUSTLER'S DAUGHTER, based on the life of Baltimore rapper Tashera 'T' Savage, will open in theaters, tracing her path from childhood trauma to healing.
GARLAND: That's Beyond Entertainment, Volume III to Publish via BearManor Media
by Rachel Stone - Sep 1, 2026

Lawrence Schulman's third volume of critical writings on Judy Garland will collect material written between 2023 and 2028, following two previously published volumes.
THRU THE EYES OF THE HUSTLER'S DAUGHTER Biopic to Premiere in Theaters
by Rachel Stone - Aug 27, 2026

A biopic tracing Baltimore rapper Tashera Savage's journey from childhood trauma to healing will open in theaters, exploring addiction, loss and recovery through her family's true story.
Interview: 'I've Been Studying Her Since I Was Ten Years Old!: Actor Trevor Ashley on Creating A MILLION YEARS OF MINNELLI
by Kat Mokrynski - Aug 28, 2026

After over a year of performing in The Producers, Trevor Ashley is bringing a new show to the Garrick Theatre. For one night only, Ashley will star as Liza Minnelli in A Million Years of Minnelli, a tribute act to the iconic performer. Recently, we had the chance to speak with Ashley about his upcoming performance at the Garrick Theatre. We discussed what it’s like to become Liza Minnelli, some of his favourite songs to listen to and perform and even what Liza’s personal assistant thought of his impression!
Review: Hugh Jackman Dazzles in Debut with Boston Pops at Tanglewood
by R. Scott Reedy - Aug 14, 2026

Making his debut with the Boston Pops at Tanglewood on August 11, Hugh Jackman dazzled his sold-out audience – under the Koussevitzky Music Shed and stretching as far as the eye could see on the lawn that surrounds it – from the moment he took the stage.
WHO THE HELL IS HAMISH? Wraps Filming for Paramount+
by Rachel Stone - Aug 11, 2026

Filming has wrapped on the Paramount+ drama WHO THE HELL IS HAMISH?, starring Dominic Cooper and Claire van der Boom, shot in Queensland ahead of a global premiere.
Review: Christine Andreas Soars in S'WONDERFUL at 54 Below
by Rebecca Kaplan - Aug 7, 2026

Christine Andreas’s S'WONDERFUL at 54 Below on July 30 and 31 was pure love. The star provided a balm for our times through a brief history of song, accompanied by her husband, Broadway songwriter Martin Silvestri.
Scott Fagan to Release Long-Lost Album 55 Years Later
by Joshua Wright - Jul 29, 2026

Scott Fagan is set to release an album recorded decades ago that never previously reached the public, according to a new announcement from the singer-songwriter's camp.
Review: AMERICAN POPULAR SONG SOCIETY PRESENTS SIDNEY MYER at The Cutting Room
by Andrew Poretz - Jun 18, 2026

Sidney Myer was feted by Marilyn Maye, Charles Busch, Nicolas King and dozens more at a joyous sold-out American Popular Song Society Lifetime Achievement Award gala on June 15.
Review: Marcia Roney's THE WAY I SEE IT at Don't Tell Mama Worth Seeing
by Stephen Mosher - Jun 4, 2026

The affable and amusing Marcia Roney is laying them in the aisles at Don't Tell Mama.
ENCORE! Exhibition to Spotlight Australia's Performing Arts History at AMPA
by Stephi Wild - May 27, 2026

Arts Centre Melbourne's Australian Museum of Performing Arts will host ENCORE!, featuring 50 iconic objects from Australia's performing arts history, including costumes worn by Kylie Minogue, Hugh Jackman, and Olivia Newton-John.
BRAVA: A CABARET OF DEVOTIONS to Make Fringe Debut at Soulpepper Theatre
by Stephi Wild - May 26, 2026

Opera singer Yanik Gosselin will perform BRAVA: A Cabaret of Devotions at Soulpepper Theatre's Kevin & Roger Garland Cabaret as part of the Toronto Fringe Festival, blending diva anthems with personal storytelling.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Peter Allen been in?

Peter Allen has appeared on Broadway in 3 shows.

How many West End shows has Peter Allen been in?

Peter Allen has not appeared in the West End

How many shows has Peter Allen written?

Peter Allen has written 4 shows including Peter Allen: Up in One (Conceiver), The Madwoman of Central Park West (Composer), Legs Diamond (Composer/Lyricist), The Boy From Oz (Composer/Lyricist).

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