Buddy: The Buddy Holly Story

North Shore Music Theatre
62 Dunham Road Beverly

Follow the incredible journey of Buddy Holly's meteoric rise to the top of the record charts during the golden days of rock 'n' roll in this dynamic tribute musical featuring such rousing fifties favorites as "Peggy Sue," "Oh Boy," "Maybe Baby," "That'll Be the Day," "Raining In My Heart," Ritchie Valens' "La Bamba" and the Big Bopper's "Chantilly Lace."

Thru - Aug 28, 2022

Buddy: The Buddy Holly Story Reviews

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The Boston Globe - Recommended

"...Though the audience knows how the story ends, “Buddy” focuses on his ascent. Director Marcos Santana (who has also directed “In the Heights” and “West Side Story”) and his crew pay close attention to detail, from some impeccable period costuming to the pink settee on which Buddy’s new wife, Maria Elena, perches in a satin nightgown while he debuts “True Love Ways” for her, and her alone."

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- James Sullivan

New England Theater Mirror - Somewhat Recommended

"...As someone who loves musical theatre for its original compositions but has come to appreciate jukebox musicals for their predictably popular songs and compelling biographies; AND a fan of rock and roll in general (and the work of Holly’s mid-50s era), my Baby Boomer theater companion and I went to see Buddy with great anticipation. While the journey through Holly’s songbook featuring over 20 of his greatest hits was glorious overall, we found the show to be disjointed and ultimately unfulfilling."

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- Michael Hoban

Buddy: The Buddy Holly Story at North Shore Music Theatre