The Lowry, Salford – until 1 February 2020
Reviewed by Angelos Spantideas
5*****
Buddy, with its 30 years of history, is a must-see musical which offers fascinating performances, jaw-dropping vocals and a nostalgic feeling to the lovers of Rock and Roll.
The cast delivers impressively the energy of the genre, making this musical a tribute to the legacy of Buddy Holly. The comedic touches create a fun environment, with the cast coming across not as actors, but rather as musicians with passion for entertaining and a captivating lust for being on stage.
It is rare to experience genuinely how Rock and Roll used to move and unite people, and Buddy might be one of the last shows to provide that generously. With the whole show feeling like a real concert, Buddy is not just a sneak peak into the 50s, but rather a full immersive time travelling journey in the Rock and Roll era which has the audience hooked from the beginning till the end.