Lindsay Kemp (March 5, 1977) Salomé – Final Week at The Round House (with Bowie Endorsement) – Melody Maker Full-Page Advert

Publication: Melody Maker

Date: March 5, 1977

Writer: Theatre Promotion / Advert

A striking full‑page Melody Maker advert announcing the final week of Lindsay Kemp’s production of Salomé at The Round House — framed by David Bowie’s now‑famous endorsement: “This is the man that started it all.” The avant‑garde master who shaped Bowie’s stagecraft takes his final bow at The Round House. The stark black‑and‑white design, dramatic portraiture, and Bowie’s personal quote position Kemp as a foundational figure in the evolution of theatrical rock performance, bridging mime, ritual, and the flamboyant theatricality that defined Bowie’s early career.