July 3 and 25 and August 1, 7, 14 and 22…. Lubbock Moonlight Musicals Production: “Buddy – The Buddy Holly Story”- The music of Buddy Holly has been enjoyed by millions of people around the world and this show tells the story of the tragically short life of Buddy Holly, who along with high-school friends the Crickets, turned country music upside down to create some of the best rock ‘n’ roll songs ever written. We share Buddy’s frustrations through his first recording contract; the excitement America felt when ‘That’ll Be The Day’ hit #1; his naïve determination to be the first white act to play the Apollo Theatre in Harlem; his whirlwind romance and marriage to Maria Elena; concluding with the ill-fated ‘Winter Dance Party’ tour of the Midwest. Don’t miss this chance to see Buddy sing his way through two hours of the best rock ‘n’ roll you’ll ever hear! In past seasons, Lubbock Moonlight Musicals has presented three large-scale musicals each summer. This summer will be a little different. To commemorate the 50th anniversary of Buddy Holly’s death, the theatre company based in Buddy Holly’s birthplace will open the season with “Buddy – The Buddy Holly Story”. As a special treat, Lubbock Moonlight Musicals has cast Dean Elliott and Matthew Wycliffe, professional actors who have played the role of Buddy Holly in London’s West End, to reprise the role in Lubbock. Dolter says he expects a large crowd to see “Buddy”, so the theatre company decided to produce only two productions this summer. Beginning in mid-July, Lubbock Moonlight Musicals will alternate performances of “Buddy – The Buddy Holly Story” with Frank Loesser’s classic musical “Guys and Dolls." Tickets available in advance at all Select-a-Seat outlets or by calling (806) 770-2000 or 1-800-735-1288. Tickets can also be purchased in advance at www.selectaseatlubbock.com. Tickets are also sold at the gate on an as-available basis. For more info, see the Lubbock Moonlight Musicals website at www.lubbockmoonlightmusicals.org or contact Executive Director Jill Kerns at lubbockmoonlightmusicals@gmail.com. All shows take place at Wells Fargo Amphitheatre in Mackenzie Park. 413 E. Broadway, Gates open at 7 p.m. Shows begin at 8 p.m.



July 11, August 8, September 12, October 10, November 7, and December 5: Downtown Art Market – A once a month market held in the Tornado Gallery Garden and spreading on to Buddy Holly Avenue. It is a communal market which allows artists of all genres to buy, sell, or trade their works, supplies, food, and music. Performances, materials, unique objects, and fruits and produce are among the things that you will find there. It is free and open to the public. The contact person for these events is Larry Simmons at ideaworker@gmail.com. Tornado Gallery, 1822 Buddy Holly Avenue; 9 a.m.- 3 p.m.



July 11….Encore! A Tribute To Johnny Cash - Back by popular demand! Bennie Wheels returning from Dallas, Texas headlines his highly acclaimed, authentic tribute to the “man in black”. Those who attended his last production at the Cactus were blown away by his astounding performance! If you are a Johnny Cash fan (and who isn’t?), you are going to love this special event! With an uncanny sound and likeness to June Carter, Bennie’s wife Renee’ adds a special touch to this amazing recreation, widely recognized as the best Johnny Cash tribute show in the nation. Join Bennie, Renee’ and the Johnny Cash Tribute Band for an evening of legendary hit songs presented the way you remember them! Tickets: $25. Cactus Theater, 1812 Buddy Holly Ave; 7:30 p.m.