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Buddy - The Buddy Holly Story

This sensational multi award-winning West End show first opened in 1989 and has been thrilling audiences around the world ever since. Now it triumphantly returns to Bradford as part of its 2025/26 UK Tour.

Forget feel good, Buddy – The Buddy Holly Story is feel great! Experience the drama, passion and excitement as a multi-talented cast of actor-musicians tell Buddy Holly’s story, from his Texas rockabilly beginnings to international stardom and his legendary final performance at the Surf Ballroom in Clear Lake, Iowa, before his tragic death at the age of just 22. 

Featuring two terrific hours of the greatest songs ever written, including That’ll Be The Day, Oh Boy, Rave On, La Bamba, Chantilly Lace, Johnny B. Goode, Raining In My Heart, Everyday, Shout and many many more, this show is just Peggy Sue-perb!

Artwork with red and orange lighting with a Buddy Holly tribute playing guitar.

Venue

The Alhambra Theatre

Dates

24 Feb 2026 - 28 Feb 2026

Price

£22.50 - £41.50

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    Laidler Lounge

    Don't miss out on the full VIP experience, with private restroom facilities, a glass of chilled Taittinger Champagne and a house programme.

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    Restaurant 1914

    With stunning views over City Park and a seasonal menu full of tempting dishes, Restaurant 1914 is the perfect spot for a pre-show meal.

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Discounts

Bradford Theatres Friends

£2.50 off two tickets

Concessions

£2.50 off

Early Booking Offer

£5 off Stalls and Dress Circle if you book and pay for your tickets before 31 July 2025 (not in connection to any other discounts)

Groups

12+: £2.50 off and every 13th seat free (Thu - Fri eves, Sat mat)
12+: £5 off and every 13th seat free (Tue - Wed eves, Wed mat)

Schools & Colleges

Best available seats £12 plus one free supervisor seat with every ten students (opening night and Wed mat only)

Boxes (seat 4)

£90 - £98

Lounges (seat 7 or 8)

£276.50 - £332

Please note that all discounts are subject to availability and may not be applicable. See our T&Cs for further information.

To book a Lounge or Box, please contact the Box Office on 01274 432000. For groups of 20+ please contact 01274 437788. Maximum of 10 tickets for this event can be booked online.

Access members can claim their discount and book access assisted tickets (captioned/audio described/signed/wheelchair) online or by calling Box Office.

Babes in arms tickets may be available at some shows, but cannot be booked online - please call the Box Office for further information.