THE BUDDY HOLLY STORY Comes to Patchogue Theatre

Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts (PTPA) and The Gateway are proud to present "Buddy: The Buddy Holly Story;" the show that inspired a generation of multi-million selling juke-box musicals including "Jersey Boys," "Mamma Mia," "Million Dollar Quartet," and "We Will Rock You." The nationally touring production is back by popular demand and will be co-presented with The Gateway at Patchogue Theatre for one night only on Thursday, Nov. 16 at 8 p.m.
Seen by over 22 million music fans since it opened in London's West End in 1989, "Buddy" speaks an international language and continues to have audiences from eight to 80 rockin' in the aisles across the globe.

Loved by critics and audiences alike, "Buddy" tells the enduring tale of the musical icon's meteoric rise to fame and his final legendary performance at the Surf Ballroom in Clear Lake, Iowa, before his tragic and untimely death at the age of 22. In 18 short months, the Texas-born boy revolutionized the face of contemporary music influencing everyone from The Beatles to Bruce Springsteen.

Boasting a phenomenally multi-talented cast, together they present two terrific hours of music with over 20 of Buddy Holly's greatest hits, including the timeless classics "That'll Be The Day," "Peggy Sue," "Oh Boy," and "Rave On." With the Big Bopper's "Chantilly Lace" and Ritchie Valens' "La Bamba" completing a stellar musical line-up, "Buddy" is a not to be missed evening of feel good family entertainment.

Buddy's widow, Maria Elena Holly, says of the show: "When we opened the show we never imagined Buddy's music and story would still be rocking stages and entertaining audiences around the world week-in week-out over 25 years later. I believe this is testament to a great show - the first of its kind - and to the enduring appeal of Buddy Holly and what he represents; a youthful energy, huge talent and creativity, combined with a determination to make a lasting impression in this world."

"Buddy" writer and producer Alan Janes says, "Audiences dance in the aisles every night to our enactment of the story of a young man whose musical career spanned an all-too-brief period but whose music will be remembered forever." Tickets for "Buddy: The Buddy Holly Story" are now available online, by phone or at the box office. Ticket prices range from $49 to $69, plus ticket convenience charges. For more information on "Buddy," visit www.BuddyTheMusical.com or call our box office at 631-207-1313

The world's most successful rock & roll musical "Buddy: The Buddy Holly Story" will come to Patchogue Theatre for one night only - on Thursday, Nov. 16 at 8 p.m.

Patchogue Theatre first opened in 1923 as the largest theatre in Suffolk County. It still is, with the installation of 1,106 brand new seats during the 2016 renovation. Saved by Village of Patchogue in 1996 and lovingly restored it to its original grandeur, this beautiful and historic venue was in use 230 days with over 150,000 in attendance for its 2016-2017 season. PTPA is an independent community-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that leases the building from the Village of Patchogue and covers all of the operating costs without any subsidies from the Village. PTPA's leadership consists of a volunteer board of directors and a small professional staff. Patchogue Theatre continues to thrive thanks to the hard work of over 90 volunteers as well as the businesses, funding agencies and individuals who support PTPA by contributing their time and resources. Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts is located at 71 East Main Street, Patchogue, N.Y., and can be reached at 631-207-1313 or by visiting PatchogueTheatre.org.

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