Originally hailing from Liverpool’s Knotty Ash, David Morrissey
started acting at Everyman’s Youth Theatre in Liverpool and went on
to RADA, the RSC and the National Theatre. Made his name in a
string of top TV dramas such as Blackpool and State of Play, plus
his uncanny performance as Gordon Brown in The Deal. Now making
waves in Hollywood starring in films with Sharon Stone and Hilary
Swank. No relation to Steven Patrick.
What was the best gig you went to?
The best gig I went to was Oasis at Earls Court in London but I
have to say it’s a tough choice to make. I’ve seen some brilliant
gigs in the Northwest over the years.
What’s your favourite Northwest originated song or piece
of music?
There’s so many to choose from! I guess ‘in my life’ by John Lennon
gets me more and more over the years but I am a big fan of Shack
and The La’s.
What was your first/best experience of going to a
gallery or museum?
I spent so much time in The Walker Gallery in Liverpool when I was
a child that they should have charged me rent! I love the
place.
What’s your favourite painting/piece of
art/sculpture?
And when did you last see your father? will always have a special
place in my heart. The painting itself, but also my eldest brother
explaining the story behind it is a very fond memories of mine.
What was your first/best experience of going to the
theatre?
I spent nearly five years at the Everyman Youth Theatre in
Liverpool and all the theatre I saw at the main house over those
years had a massive effect on me. I suppose Ken Campbell’s The Warp
stands out.
Do you have a favourite Northwest pub or
restaurant?
The Everyman Bistro was a place I spent many happy hours in. I’d
hassle the actors from the theatre down there and also saw some
great bands. Also, the Philharmonic pub on Hope Street is a great
place.
Do you have a favourite Northwest local
food?
I’ve never found anything to compare with my mum’s gravy!
Can you suggest a ‘hidden gem’ in your home
town/neighbourhood?
The Northwest is full of ‘hidden gems’. I am a big fan of the
Gormley Men on Crosby Beach, Liverpool.
What’s the one thing in your home town/neighbourhood
that people really shouldn’t miss if they go there?
I would say a visit to Tate Modern at the Albert Dock is a must see
for anyone visiting Liverpool.
Was there anything particular about the northwest culture that
inspired you to do what you’ve done/what you do now?
The writing of Alan Bleasdale and Willy Russell were inspiring to
me.
To see people I recognised on TV made me fell I could become an
actor.
Blue Monday or Happy Monday?
Happy!
Bunny Men or Diddy Men?
Too hard to choose – I love both.
Morrissey or McCartney?
McCartney (just)
Peter Blake or Peter Saville?
Blake. Peter’s brother Jimmy always lets him down!
Beatrix Potter or Brian Potter?
Bill Tidy!
Welcome to the Pleasure Beach or Welcome to the Pleasure
Dome?
Pleasure Beach because Blackpool has a special place in my
heart.
Eccles Cake or Kendal Mint Cake?
Neither, my body is a temple.