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David Essex

David Essex OBE (born David Albert Cook; 23 July 1947) is an English singer, songwriter, and actor. Since the 1970s, he has attained 19 Top 40 singles in the UK (including two number ones) and 16 Top 40 albums. Internationally, Essex had the most success with his 1973 single "Rock On". He has also had an extensive career as an actor.

1991/92

Robinson Crusoe

Bradford Alhambra

1992/93

Robinson Crusoe

Southampton Mayflower


1994/95

Robinson Crusoe

Liverpool Empire

1995/96

Robinson Crusoe

Theatre Royal, Newcastle

1997/98

Robinson Crusoe

Richmond Theatre, Surrey


1998/99

Robinson Crusoe

New Theatre, Cardiff


1999/00

Robinson Crusoe

Bournemouth Pavilion

2007/08

Captain Hook in Peter Pan

Royal & Derngate, Northampton

2010/11

Captain Hook in Peter Pan

Darlington Civic

David Essex

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Production shots

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