NAPLES, Fla. — “Buddy – The Buddy Holly Story” is a jukebox musical that explores the life and career of rock-and-roll pioneer Buddy Holly, highlighting lesser-known details and dramatic elements.
From March 5-15, the musical is taking center stage at TheatreZone in Naples. The star of the show, Sam C. Jones (playing Buddy Holly), alongside the artistic director of TheatreZone, joined Good Morning Gulf Coast to talk about their experience remaking a classic.
The musical follows Holly’s journey from 1956 to 1959, detailing his transformation from a country singer in Lubbock, Texas, to a global superstar…