ROCKING SENSATION LIVES ON

By Chris Vesci Staff Writer

Buddy: The Buddy Holly Story, a warm and crowd pleasing musical revue, has found its way to Philadelphia's Walnut Street Theatre. Judging by the five minute standing ovation at the show's end, Philly is crazy about Buddy Holly.

Lighting the marquis until October 24, the show obviously tells the true tale of rocl< and roller Buddy Holly, who rose to fame in an era of juke box hits only to be killed tragically with the Big Bopper and Richie Valens, fellow rocking sensations. With a score that includes Holly's unsinkable hits such as "Peggy Sue" and "Oh Boy," the music is a sure bet for all ages. In fact, Buddy has been playing in London for nearly ten years.

As Buddy Holly, Christopher Sutton is extremely convincing and has a wonderful voice. His energy and spirit are truly remarkable, and he guides the audience on a rumbling and rolling voyage into the history of American music. The soul screeching sisters played by Tiffany Michelle Cooper, Grace Garland, and Joilet F. Harris, are a