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That'll Be the Day 2:180:00/2:18
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Peggy Sue 2:160:00/2:16
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Everyday 2:180:00/2:18
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True Love Ways 3:150:00/3:15
The Buddy Holly Concert
“…it’s frankly hard to imagine a better Buddy; Stevenson’s all-in performance will stick with you and not fade away.”
-Kris Vire, Time Out Chicago
The Buddy Holly Concert is dynamite two-act show featuring such hits as “That’ll Be the Day”, “Peggy Sue”, “Oh Boy and “Rave On”. Stevenson presents Buddy Holly so perfectly that we seem to be watching a genuine replica of the nerdy, and hip young Texan. He has the guitar licks down to a “t” and his superb vocals make him equally comfortable with the sweet ballads or on-the-edge rock-a-billy songs… including Holly’s trademark hiccup and energetic dance moves that often brings the audience to their feet.
Having led a dozen sell-out productions of the Buddy Holly Story across Canada and the US with well over a thousand performances under his belt, Stevenson is a true showman
who exudes charm and knows how to connect with an audience. In 2018, he was awarded a Jeff Award in Chicago for most outstanding lead performance in a musical.
Above and beyond the music, Zachary weaves in engaging stories about Buddy and of his personal experience in the role including his travels to Iowa, New Mexico and Texas seeking a greater understanding of the man and his music. He gives context to the songs and pays tribute to Buddy’s friends- The Big Bopper, Ritchie Valens, Dion and Eddie Cochrane and delivers a dynamic show uniquely his own. Zach will have the audience singing along to “Teenager in Love”, sighing over “True Love Ways” and dancing to the “Hand Jive” in a captivating performance that transcends the generation gap and proves Buddy’s music is timeless and will “Not Fade Away”.
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“Young Stevenson has his guy down and he comes with bucketloads of puppy dog enthusiasm; If you don’t like him, you don’t like much of anybody.”
– Chris Jones, Chicago Tribune
“Buddy’s a blistering winner […] feel-great, leaving its audience roaring for more… Zachary Stevenson nails the rock ‘n’ roll legend in a full-throttle tribute that fires on all cylinders”
—Peter Birnie, The Vancouver Sun
“Stevenson – a bravura performer who is the spittin’ image of the character he plays, and who possesses the voice, moves, guitar licks and irresistible energy of the “original” – is proof that Buddy Holly lives.”
-Heidi Weiss, WTTW Chicago
“Zachary Stevenson… is the epitome of effortless cool with a gorgeous voice and a star-quality stage presence.”
- Vancouver Presents
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Buddy' Holly Jolly Christmas
Musical Theatre Heritage at Crown Center, 2450 Grand Avenue, Suite 301, Kansas City, MO
Zachary Stevenson returns to MTH with his Buddy Holly Holiday tribute show (say that 3 times fast!) Zach is one of the most charismatic performers you’re likely to see and he’s got holiday favorites as well as a some Buddy Holly classics in store for you as he and his band serve up a unique Holiday treat! The last time we featured this show, all three performances sold out, so don’t wait!
$39 - $45
Buddy' Holly Jolly Christmas
Musical Theatre Heritage at Crown Center, 2450 Grand Avenue, Suite 301, Kansas City, MO
Zachary Stevenson returns to MTH with his Buddy Holly Holiday tribute show (say that 3 times fast!) Zach is one of the most charismatic performers you’re likely to see and he’s got holiday favorites as well as a some Buddy Holly classics in store for you as he and his band serve up a unique Holiday treat! The last time we featured this show, all three performances sold out, so don’t wait!
$39 - $45
Buddy' Holly Jolly Christmas
Musical Theatre Heritage at Crown Center, 2450 Grand Avenue, Suite 301, Kansas City, MO
Zachary Stevenson returns to MTH with his Buddy Holly Holiday tribute show (say that 3 times fast!) Zach is one of the most charismatic performers you’re likely to see and he’s got holiday favorites as well as a some Buddy Holly classics in store for you as he and his band serve up a unique Holiday treat! The last time we featured this show, all three performances sold out, so don’t wait!
$39 - $45
Zachary Stevenson is an award-winning actor, musician, and writer. Originally from Vancouver Island, Canada, Zachary has been coined a “dead ringer for dead singers” by the Victoria Times Colonist for his portrayals of Buddy Holly, Hank Williams, Phil Ochs and roles based on Elvis and Jerry Lee Lewis. In 2018, Zachary won the Jeff Award in Chicago for Outstanding Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role (Musical) for the Buddy Holly Story, a role he’s perfected in more than a dozen productions across Canada and the United States. Coming back after two sold out shows in 2019, Zachary Stevenson is ready to “Rave On” once again at the Belfry!
Zachary Stevenson is an award-winning actor, musician, and writer. Originally from Vancouver Island, Canada, Zachary has been coined a “dead ringer for dead singers” by the Victoria Times Colonist for his portrayals of Buddy Holly, Hank Williams, Phil Ochs and roles based on Elvis and Jerry Lee Lewis. In 2018, Zachary won the Jeff Award in Chicago for Outstanding Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role (Musical) for the Buddy Holly Story, a role he’s perfected in more than a dozen productions across Canada and the United States. Coming back after two sold out shows in 2019, Zachary Stevenson is ready to “Rave On” once again at the Belfry!