Essential Showbiz 11
Oh, Boy – it’s Buddy! with the best aspects of the touring show. Buddy tells the story of the three years in which he became the world’s top recording artist, and features over 20 of Buddy’s greatest hits – including Peggy Sue, That’ll Be The Day, Oh Boy, Rave On, Heartbeat and Raining In My Heart. It’s an evening of family entertainment that will have music-lovers of all ages toe-
His name was Buddy Holly, the man who in the 1950s, changed the face of popular music forever – the man who in 1959, died tragically in a plane crash, aged just 22. And now, his life and work is celebrated in a hugely successful stage musical, Buddy: The Buddy Holly Story, which makes a triumphant return to the Connaught Theatre this month.
The show enjoyed a 15-year run in the West End, followed by more than eight years on the road, right across Britain. It’s been seen and loved by more than 21 million people in over 20,000 performances worldwide. Here’s your chance to see the updated version, which unites the greatest elements from the original West End production
Monday 7th to Saturday 12th March CONNAUGHT THEATRE, WORTHING
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tapping, hand-clapping and rocking in the aisles. Don’t miss it! Buddy: The Buddy Holly Story runs at the Connaught from Monday March 7 to Saturday March 12. Tickets £21 – £28.50. Concessions for groups of 8 or more. Performance times vary, so call the box office for more details, on 01903 206206 or visit the website at www.worthingtheatres.co.uk.
Songs and smiles for mums at the Barn It’s a heart-warming treat for mums everywhere – not to mention a few grannies and aunties. That’s the promise from Music Theatre 2000 when they present With a Smile and a Song, a very special concert for Mother’s Day on Sunday April 3 at the Barn Theatre, Southwick. With a fabulous selection of songs old and new, this is a concert that’s guaranteed to appeal to all ages. Directed by Simon Gray, it features a guest appearance by Hove born singer/dancer Ben Palmer, fresh from playing the Beast in a London production of Beauty and the Beast – together with a highly talented cast, including Karen Orchin, Gary Lynn and Viv Aylward. And it’s not just a musical treat. You’ll be served a
fabulous afternoon cream tea during the interval, with sandwiches and home made cakes. With a Smile and a Song starts at 3pm. Tickets are £19.50, including cream tea and are available from the Barn Theatre Box Office on 01273 597094 or on line at www.ticketlord.com/barn. The box office is open on weekday evenings from 7.30 – 9pm, or from one hour before curtain up on performance days. You can also buy tickets in person from the Southwick Community Centre Office, weekdays 9am – 3.30pm.
01903 232323 Professional • Reliable • Efficient Service Tickets: From £21
01903 206 206 • www.worthingtheatres.co.uk
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