Buddy 2007

Opened: August 7, 2007
Closing: August 30, 2008

Buddy - 2007 - West End History , Info & More

Duchess Theatre
3-5 Catherine Street London, WC2B 5LA London

Musical biography of early rock 'n roller Buddy Holly, charting his rise to fame and his tragic early death. The story is used as a framework for performances of his songs, including "Peggy Sue" and "That'll Be the Day" plus "Chantilly Lace," and "La Bamba."

Get Buddy Email Alerts

Be the first to get ticket offers, news, photos & more.

Miko Marks Releases Deluxe LP 'Feel Like Going Home'
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 19, 2024


Miko Marks has released the deluxe version of her acclaimed 2022 LP Feel Like Going Home via Red Tone Records. Besides the original track list, the deluxe LP houses several reimagined tracks with featured performers including GRAMMYwinner Buddy Miller on “Lay Your Burdens Down,” the GRAMMY-wining historical ensemble Fisk Jubilee Singers on “Jubilee,” Snarky Puppy’s Mark Lettieri on “River,” and Oh Boy Records artist Tré Burt on “One More Night.” Listen to the album here!

Kelli Barrett and Jessica Vosk Will Lead BEACHES Musical at Theatre Calgary
by Joshua Wright - Apr 2, 2024


Kelli Barrett (FX TV's Fosse/Verdon, Broadway’s Dr. Zhivago) and Jessica Vosk (Wicked) will lead the International Premiere of Beaches the Musical at Theatre Calgary this spring.

Lisa Dawn Miller Returns To NYC With FOR ONCE IN MY LIFE, THE SONGS OF RON MILLER
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 20, 2024


Join Lisa Dawn Miller as she returns to NYC with her new show, 'For Once in My Life - The Songs of Ron Miller' at Chelsea Table + Stage on March 25. Celebrating the music of her father, legendary songwriter Ron Miller, Lisa shares the stories behind the hits.

John Tartaglia, Marcia Milgrom Dodge, Jared Grimes & More Join The Muny's 106th Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 8, 2024


The Muny has revealed the teams of directors, choreographers and music directors for its 2024 season. Learn about the shows this season and see how to purchase tickets!

Lisa Dawn Miller Brings New Show to Herb Alpert's Vibrato In LA This March
by Michael Major - Mar 5, 2024


Ron Miller (1932-2007), produces, hosts, and performs along with special guests including multi-award-winning composer Ken Hirsch, who wrote chart-topping hits with Ron including “I've Never Been to Me” and “If I Could,” and other hits which include “No One in the World,” (Anita Baker) and “Two Less Lonely People in the World” (Air Supply).

Lisa Dawn Miller to Present FOR ONCE IN MY LIFE, THE SONGS OF RON MILLER at Herb Alpert's Vibrato
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 5, 2024


Producer/singer/songwriter Lisa Dawn Miller will bring her new show, 'For Once in My Life, The Songs of Ron Miller' to Herb Alpert's Vibrato in Los Angeles. Learn how to purchase tickets.

RUTKA Will Make World Premiere at Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 4, 2024


RUTKA, a new indie-rock musical adapted from Rutka’s Notebook: A Voice from the Holocaust, will make its world premiere at the Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park. Check out all the details on the new musical here.

Chelsea Table + Stage to Present FOR ONCE IN MY LIFE: THE SONGS OF RON MILLER
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 29, 2024


CHELSEA TABLE + STAGE will celebrate one of Motown’s most successful hitmakers in “For Once in My Life: The Songs of Ron Miller” on Monday, March 25 at 7:00 PM.

FOR ONCE IN MY LIFE, THE SONGS OF RON MILLER to be Presented at Chelsea Table + Stage
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 24, 2024


The Daughter of Legendary Songwriter Ron Miller Shares the Stories that Inspired the Hits and Talks About Her Long Journey Fighting to Win the Rights Back to Her Father's Vast Legacy Song Catalogue.

Calvin Knegten Completes the Cast of PRIDE HOUSE at TOSOS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 18, 2024


TOSOS launches its 50th Anniversary Season with the world premiere of 'Pride House,' a new play by Chris Weikel.

Broadway Shows Based on the Top 1000 Highest-Grossing Films
by Michael Major - Jan 21, 2024


Of all the films on IMDB's list of the 1000 highest-grossing movies of all time, 31 have been adapted into Broadway musicals. Check out a guide to each those musicals below, along with musicals that are in development or ones that have not yet made their way to Broadway.

Interview: Greg Kalafatas Says When It Comes To HAIRSPRAY, 'You Can't Stop the Beat'
by R. Scott Reedy - Jan 10, 2024


North Reading resident Greg Kalafatas was studying theater at the University of New Hampshire when a road trip with friends to see the Broadway production of “Hairspray” introduced him to a character that has become his dream role – Edna Turnblad, the  zaftig housewife-and-laundress with a big heart.

TOSOS Announces 50th Anniversary Season PRIDE HOUSE Premiering January 18
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 18, 2023


New York City's oldest and longest producing LGBTQIA+ theater company TOSOS (Artistic Director Mark Finley) has announced the launch of their 50th Anniversary Season, including two full productions, an expansive reading series, annual gala, and several impactful events activated to celebrate the community.

Westport Country Playhouse Presents Political Thriller WARRIOR CLASS Play Reading On December 4
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 28, 2023


Westport Country Playhouse will present a Script in Hand playreading of “Warrior Class,” a drama at the crossroads of politics and morality, on Monday, December 4.

Interview: Anton Luitingh talks about LAMTA and SPRING AWAKENING
by Faeron Wheeler - Nov 17, 2023


LAMTA is celebrating five years of work with their final student production of the year - SPRING AWAKENING. Co-founder of the school and musical director for the show, Anton Luitingh, spoke to us about this.

Photos: First Look at PETER PAN Panto at the Joburg Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Nov 6, 2023


All new photos have been released from this year’s Janice Honeyman Pantomime, Peter Pan at Joburg Theatre. Performances run from the 3rd of November to the 24th of December 2023. Check out the photos here!

Westport Country Playhouse to Present Script in Hand Reading of THEATRE PEOPLE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 3, 2023


Westport Country Playhouse will present 'Theatre People,' a comedy script in hand playreading. Cast includes Shereen Ahmed, Erin Noel Grennan, Beth Leavel, John Rapson, Rodolfo Soto, and Lee Wilkof.

Lisa Dawn Miller Releases New Holiday EP 'My Favorite Time Of Year' After Premiering A New Show At 54 Below In New York
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 20, 2023


Lisa Dawn Miller (lisadawnmiller.com) rings in the holiday season with 'My Favorite Time of Year,' a collection of original holiday songs and a nod to her father, legendary songwriter, Ron Miller (1932-2007) (ronmillersongbook.com), with the inclusion of his classic, 'Someday at Christmas.'

Debbie Gibson, KT Tunstall & More to Join ROCKERS ON BROADWAY 30th Anniversary
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 9, 2023


Get ready for an electrifying night of music as Rockers on Broadway: 30th Anniversary adds new special guests, including Debbie Gibson. Don't miss the star-studded lineup at this highly anticipated event celebrating its milestone anniversary.

FOR ONCE IN MY LIFE: The Songs of Ron Miller to Premiere at 54 Below in October
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 28, 2023


Celebrate the legacy of legendary songwriter Ron Miller at 54 Below in NYC on October 8, 2023. Join Lisa Dawn Miller and a star-studded cast for an unforgettable evening of Ron Miller's iconic songs from Motown's golden era. Don't miss this chance to experience the timeless hits that have touched generations.

KT Tunstall, LaChanze, Nick Fradiani & More to Join ROCKERS ON BROADWAY at Sony Hall
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 12, 2023


Grammy Award Nominee, KT Tunstall will join Rockers on Broadway as a special guest for their 30th Anniversary on Monday, October 16, 2023, at 8 pm at Sony Hall. See who else is performing, and learn how to purchase tickets!

PHILADELPHIA BOUND? Fall Presents Over 120 Festivals, Block Parties, Shows, Charity Events and More
by Marina Kennedy - Sep 3, 2023


Are you bound for the Philadelphia area this fall.  There’s so much to see and do that our readers will like to know about. 

Jason Alexander on Stage: A Look Back at the Actor's Theatrical Roles
by Stephi Wild - Jul 22, 2023


Tony Award winner Jason Alexander is making his Broadway directorial debut with The Cottage, which is now playing on Broadway. While Alexander may be best known for his roles on screen, including Seinfeld, Pretty Woman, and more, he also has a longstanding history with the stage!

54 Below to Present FOR ONCE IN MY LIFE - THE SONGS OF RON MILLER in October
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 11, 2023


Lisa Dawn Miller who manages the legacy song catalogue of her father, legendary songwriter, Ron Miller (1932-2007) has announced a new show, 'For Once in My Life - The Songs of Ron Miller' (foronceinmylife.com). Presented by 54 Below, Broadway's Supper Club, the show is co-produced by director, Robert W. Schneider and premieres October 8, 2023.

Cast Revealed For SNOW WHITE AND THE SEVEN DWARFS at The Mayflower, Southampton
by Stephi Wild - Jun 6, 2023


Southampton's Mayflower Theatre have announced further star casting for this year's fairest pantomime of them all, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.

Buddy FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of Buddy have there been?
Buddy has had 5 productions including West End which opened in 1989, Broadway which opened in 1990, Broadway which opened in 1990, West End which opened in 2007 and US Tour which opened in 2015.

Videos