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Buddy – The Buddy Holly Story

Written by Alan Janes

July 11 - July 27, 2025

Before the “Million Dollar Quartet” got together to make music history, one man was emerging as the face of rock ‘n’ roll, and his name was Buddy. Buddy - The Buddy Holly Story explores the life and music of one of rock 'n' roll's pioneers, from his humble beginnings in Lubbock, Texas, to his meteoric rise to fame. With hits like "Peggy Sue" and "That'll Be the Day," this musical captures the essence of Buddy's unique sound and enduring legacy, and will leave you toe-tapping and hand-clapping all the way home!

Buddy - The Buddy Holly Story has a runtime of 2 hours and 30 minutes with one 15 minute intermission and is rated PG for mild adult themes.

Parking at the Carpenter Performing Arts Center will be severely impacted by construction during this production. Learn more here.

Friday, July 11, 2025

8:00 PM

Preview Night

Saturday, July 12, 2025

8:00 PM

Opening Night

Sunday, July 13, 2025

1:00 PM

Thursday, July 17, 2025

7:30 PM