Rob Bettinson News

La Mirada Theater announces their 2009 - 2010 season of shows.This season, the company will offer its subscribers and audiences six unforgettable theatrical events: from the hilarious Southern gem, Steel Magnolias starring the inimitable Cathy Rigby; to the music and legacy of famed '50s legend Buddy Holly in Buddy - The Buddy Holly Story; you will drop in on the making of the classic movie epic, 'Gone With The Wind' - that almost wasn't made in Moonlight and Magnolias; then test your spelling prowess in The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee; finally, enjoy a not so quiet Dinner with Friends and then get patriotic with Tony Orlando's tribute to the Stars and Stripes in 'Let's Salute America!'

Buddy, the musical that tells the story of Buddy Holly, is returning to the West End. The show will open at the Duchess Theatre 7 August 2007, following previews from 3 August and is currently booking to 5 Jan 2008. The show returns to London after closing in 2002

Buddy, the hit biographical musical about rock legend Buddy Holly, will return to the West End after a five year absence

Oh,boy! Rave on - the music of Buddy Holly does not fade away...

A galvanic star performance helps make Stage Wests's production of BUDDY enjoyable. Unfortunately, you have to endure a sketchy book and weak performances to get to it. * * 1/2 (out of 5)