Alice Cooper (August 21, 1971) – “The Park Concert Poster” – N. Baltimore, Ohio
This vintage concert poster advertises Alice Cooper’s live performance at The Park in North Baltimore, Ohio, on August 21 1971. The striking black‑and‑white design captures the theatrical intensity of Cooper’s early 1970s stage persona, supported by a lineup of regional rock acts.
Publication: Concert Poster Date: August 21 1971 Country: United States
The poster features a mirrored image of Alice Cooper standing with hands on hips, dressed in dark clothing and framed by circular graphic elements that evoke vinyl records.
The typography is bold and psychedelic, typical of early 1970s rock design. Supporting acts listed include SRC, Reginal True, Rabbitt, Ormandy, and Abu‑Tala, with ticket prices set at $2.50 in advance and $3.50 at the gate.
The event was scheduled for Saturday, August 21, beginning at 2 p.m., and held rain or shine at Route 18 and Hough Road, N. Baltimore, Ohio. The bottom section lists ticket outlets across Ohio cities such as Toledo, Bowling Green, Findlay, Dayton, Columbus, and Cleveland — a testament to the regional reach of Cooper’s growing popularity.
CONTEXT AND NOTES
By 1971, Alice Cooper was emerging as one of rock’s most provocative performers, blending shock theatrics with hard‑driving music.
This poster reflects the raw, underground energy of his early tours before mainstream success with albums like School’s Out and Billion Dollar Babies.
The mirrored imagery and minimalist palette emphasize Cooper’s rebellious glamour, while the layout’s symmetry and bold lettering mirror the psychedelic art trends of the era. It stands as a collectible artifact of the Midwest rock circuit that helped shape Cooper’s rise to fame.
FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS Event: Alice Cooper live at The Park, N. Baltimore, Ohio
Era: 1971 – Early Shock Rock / Pre‑Mainstream Era Tone: Bold, psychedelic, and promotional Photography: Mirrored black‑and‑white image of Alice Cooper in a commanding pose
WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS
Concert poster for Alice Cooper’s Ohio performance
Supporting acts and ticket details for the 1971 show
Distinctive mirrored design reflecting early ’70s rock aesthetics
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