David Bowie (June 10, 1972) Friars Civic Hall Dunstable Gig Advertisement – UK Publication

PUBLICATION: Date: June 10, 1972 Country: United Kingdom

Section / Pages: Concert Advertisement Title: DAVID BOWIE at Friars Civic Hall

THE STORY

Large eye-catching advert for Wednesday, June 21st, 8 p.m. at Friars Civic Hall, Dunstable. Billed as “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”, the show features David Bowie with the Spiders from Mars and special guests from the U.S.A. — Flamin’ Groovies. Tickets were priced at 65p in advance or 75p on the door.

CONTEXT AND NOTES

This advert promoted an early and important date on the landmark 1972 Ziggy Stardust Tour, just days after the album’s release. Friars in Dunstable was a key venue on the emerging glam circuit.

FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS

Event: Concert Advertisement

Era: Ziggy Stardust Tour (1972) Tone: Bold, theatrical, high-energy Photography: N/A (text-heavy classic ad layout)

WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS 

Vintage newspaper advertisement with ornate “FRIARS” lettering, massive “DAVID BOWIE” headline, full venue and date details, support act, ticket prices, and outlets. Decorative border and tagline:

“OH MAN, LOOK AT THOSE CAVEMEN GO . . . IT’S THE FREAKIEST SHOW.”

RELATED MATERIAL

• David Bowie (June 17, 1972) “The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust” Advertisement – Record Mirror (UK)

• David Bowie (June 10, 1972) “Bowie at his best” – Album Review – NME (UK)

• David Bowie (June 24, 1972) Greyhound Croydon Gig Advertisement – Melody Maker (UK)

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