First shooting to fame when he was chosen for the role of Jesus for the London production of ‘Godspell’, David received major awards which then saw him lead a cast at the Roundhouse and then in the West End for two years.
Singer, composer, and actor David Essex OBE has announced a major 21-date nationwide tour for September 2026 titled ‘Thanks for the Memories ‘to celebrate his monumental career.
Torbay Road, Torquay TQ2 5EZ
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Doors open 19:00
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David Essex continues to break boundaries with his unique talent with his two previous two UK tours selling over 65,000 tickets across 39 dates including shows at the Palladium and Theatre Royal in London.
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Princess Theatre, Torquay
Torbay Road, Torquay TQ2 5EZ
Torquay Station
The Box Office is open for 90 minutes prior to the performance commencing. See 'What's On' section for performance times
Pizza al Teatro - Pre- show table service dining (Reservation required)
Private Hospitality - Spaces available to hire
Membership Benefits - 25% off pre-show drinks (30mins prior)
Located in the heart of the stunning English Riviera, the Princess Theatre, Torquay offers an unforgettable experience for all. Surrounded by the natural beauty of Torbay’s coastline, the theatre is a central part of the town’s cultural fabric.
The Princess Theatre, Torquay first opened its doors on Wednesday 7 June 1961 with Tommy Cooper and Morecombe & Wise top of the bill. It’s South Devon’s largest theatre with a seating capacity of 1514 after an auditorium refurbishment in Spring 2024. The venue has welcomed many West End touring productions including We Will Rock You, SIX, Heathers The Musical, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, and Sister Act. Top comedians, Russell Howard, Michael McIntyre, Dawn French, Jimmy Carr, Katherine Ryan and Rob Beckett have graced the stage as part of their UK tours and not forgetting iconic artists - Billy Ocean, Paloma Faith, Level 42, David Essex and Lulu.
Torbay Road, Torquay TQ2 5EZ
This show has an interval
Doors open 19:00
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