10 February 2024 would have been maverick Australian performer Peter Allen’s 80th birthday. To honour the milestone, we take a look at some of the key items from the ground-breaking entertainer’s career, held in our Australian Performing Arts Collection.

An electric performer, singer-songwriter and musician, Allen left an indelible mark on the cultural and entertainment landscape, pioneering the visibility and acknowledgment of LGBTQI+ identities, both in Australia and internationally.

Explore Allen’s personal items and more in our Collection Store Tours, which invite you behind-the-scenes to see some of the most significant items from Australia’s performing arts history.

See more details and book a spot now → https://www.artscentremelbourne.com.au/whats-on/2024/exhibitions/the-australian-performing-arts-collection-tours