It's a show I was lucky enough to see in the West End almost 20 years ago and I'm pleased to say the touring version of Buddy hasn't lost any of its magic.

The audience at Canterbury's Marlowe Theatre were transported back to America of the 50s and the birth of rock 'n' roll.

The fast-paced musical tells the story of Buddy Holly's meteoric rise to fame as he launches his career after leaving school and forms the Crickets before going solo.

Glen Joseph effortlessly takes on the lead role in a show that's become a massive part of his life.

Not only did he make his West End debut in The Buddy Holly Story but has performed in it around the world and even spent time in Texas interviewing Buddy's widow.

His performances of Rave On, That'll Be The Day and Oh Boy had the audience singing along and eventually dancing in the aisles!

Thomas Mitchells dons the Big Bopper's famous leopard print jacket while Jordan Cunningham (Richie Valens) may make a few ladies blush with his thrusting pelvis during a rendition of La Bamba.

Special mention must also go to Matthew Quinn, the comical MC at the Clear Lake gig which was to be Buddy's last.

Despite being born 20 years after Buddy Holly's untimely death at the age of just 22, the fact I was singing along to all of the songs goes to prove his music really does live on.

The show is at the Marlowe Theatre in Canterbury until Saturday, June 17. For tickets from £22.25 visit marlowetheatre.com or call 01227 787787.