Clive Rowe is a Lancashire-born actor, who attended the Guildhall School of Music and Drama.
Best-known for his wonderful performances as the Dame at the Hackney Empire Pantomime for the last eight years, Clive also has many TV and film credits to his name, including a role in Doctor Who.
His stage performance in the National Theatre revival of Guys and Dolls won him the 1997 Olivier Award for Best Performance in a Supporting Role in a Musical.
Clive told us what he loves most about London.
Interview: May 2010
Q: Where do you live in London?
A: Thornton Heath
Q: Where did you last eat out in London?
A: The Ivy – back in March
Q: Where do you think serves the best London breakfast?
A: After a long night out – Balans, Old Compton Street
Q: What's the best party you've been to in London?
A: Nelson Mandela's birthday party
Q: What's the most you've ever spent on a night out in London?
A: More than I care to admit to!
Q: What's the best play, gig, comedy act you've been to in London recently?
A: I saw a Guildhall School of Music & Drama 3rd Year production of The Last 5 Years
Q: What's your favourite London icon?
Q: What are your top tips for visitors?
A: If you can, walk Central London and stay off the Tube… you'll see more
Q: What's your favourite hidden gem in London?
A: Blacks – a private dining club
Q: What's the strangest thing you've ever seen in London?
A: When they had different people every hour on a plinth in Trafalgar Square [Anthony Gormley's One & Other]
Q: If you were invisible for the day where would you go?
Q: What do you miss most when you're away from London?
A: My friends
The Many Faces of Clive Rowe
Click through the image gallery below to see some fantastic photos of Clive Rowe in various London theatre productions.
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