Our Team
Hello! Nice to meet you. We are the team behind the magic at Arena HQ!

Debra Allanson
Chief Executive
Debra brings with her a wealth of experience in the creative industries through her work in television, film and innovative digital platforms, and deep strategic and operational management roles. She has worked extensively with start-up teams across a range of digital media businesses including an online platform for children’s creative development and expression. Debra is a long-standing member of the Vicscreen (formerly Film Victoria) investment and incentive committee having previously been a Board member for nine years, and is a former board member of Barking Gecko, Western Australia’s theatre company for children and their families. CONTACT +61 419 917 575 debra@arenatheatre.com.au

Fionna Allan
General Manager
Fionna is a creative project manager and producer with a 25yr+ background in tour management, venue booking, television production, festival operations, community radio, kitchen discos and more. Fionna is driven by connecting community and is passionate about supporting musicians and the creative industries, particularly those based in Regional Victoria. She spent 12 years living and working in Wales, and also loves road trips and music festivals.
