Buddy – The Buddy Holly Story has been described as the world’s most successful rock ‘n’ roll musical” having been seen by more than 22 million people. Showbiz is thrilled to have cast in the title role, 23-year-old Jake Byrom, a phenomenally talented performer who has recently returned from London. “We are fortunate to have such outstanding talent available to us. In fact, the entire cast is terrific. As Showbiz audiences know, we consistently produce word-class productions and Buddy will be no different,” says Craig. Jake returned to Aotearoa from a successful theatre career overseas early last year, as Covid travel restrictions were put in place. He had been