Sat 15 Aug
|Church Playing Fields
David Essex
David Essex OBE is an acclaimed English singer, songwriter, and actor whose career has spanned over five decades.
Time & Location
15 Aug 2026, 19:30 – 22:00
Church Playing Fields, 3 Bridge St Rd, Lavenham, Sudbury CO10 9SH, UK
About the event
David Essex (Historic Lavenham August Theatre)
Rising to fame in the early 1970s with his iconic hit “Rock On,” David quickly became one of Britain’s most beloved entertainers. Known for his distinctive voice and magnetic stage presence, he went on to release numerous chart-topping singles and has enjoyed 23 Top Thirty hit records including “Hold Me Close,” “Gonna Make You a Star,” “A Winter’s Tale,” “Oh What A Circus,” “You’re In My Heart,” “Lamplight” and many more.
Beyond his success in music, David built a remarkable acting career, starring in classic films such as “That’ll Be the Day” and “Stardust,” as well as acclaimed stage productions like Evita, Mutiny, and Aspects of Love. His versatility and enduring charm have earned him critical praise and a devoted global following.
Awarded the Order of the British Empire (OBE) for his services to music and charity, a Grammy nomination for his hit Rock…