David is a hugely popular actor who has appeared in movies, TV and the
West End stage.
Born in Bolton, Lancashire to an Anglican vicar David at his public
school, appeared in many school plays and produced many of them. He was
directed by David Self who died in 2008. Whilst at school he wrote and
directed a comedy film entitled 'The Weirdies'. He recorded many voice
overs for BBC radio as well as the narration of a Christmas story in
1973.
In 1995 David successfully auditioned for a place at the prestigious
Drama Studio London whose past students include Forrest Whittaker and
Peter Howitt. He graduated with Distinction. Whilst at DSL David
appeared as Timon in Timon of Athens on the Olivier Stage of the
National Theatre in London.
David's stage appearances include Higgins in Pygmalion, Gaston in Gigi
and Andrew Wyke in Sleuth. His film credits include Sliding Doors and
12 in a Box.
He is much in demand as both an actor and writer. He is also an
accomplished after dinner speaker.
In 2000, David added the role of movie producer to his list of credits.
He founded the film production company, Cracking Films, which has many
movies on its slate.
David is a voting member of BAFTA and a member of the English Speaking
Union.