DAVID Essex stars in a brand new production of Andrew Lloyd Webber's most romantic musical, Aspects of Love, at The Mayflower next week.

This is the first time in more than 15 years that audiences around the UK have the chance to see the show, which visits Southampton from Monday until Saturday.

France 1947. Alex Dillingham, fresh from England, falls in love with the alluring actress Rose Vibert.

As the pair embark on a passionate affair, the unexpected arrival of Uncle George (David Essex) changes their lives forever.

From the cobbled streets of Paris to the mountains of the Pyrenees, Aspects of Love is a heartbreaking love story spanning twenty years.

Passion, desire, family ties and friendship bind five people and three generations together as they learn how love changes everything Aspects of Love originally opened in the West End in 1989 featuring the international hit Love Changes Everything.

David Essex has enjoyed a remarkable career as a recording artist, performer and composer. He has 23 Top 30 hits to his name including the number one singles Hold Me Close and Gonna Make You a Star.

Starring alongside him are Shona Lindsay, Matt Rawle and Poppy Tierney.

n Tickets for Aspects of Love are on sale from 023 8071 1811 or online at mayflower.org.uk.