đź“° At The Marquee - Article : Nov. 1973
- David Bowie
- Nov 16, 1973
- 2 min read
A vivid photo-feature capturing David Bowie’s electrifying performance style during the 1980 Floor Show, highlighting the theatrical costumes, dramatic stage presence, and circus-like atmosphere that defined his post-Ziggy Stardust era.
Bowie turns the stage into a dazzling, surreal spectacle — fishnet, flame, and pure theatrical rock.
Record Mirror (or associated 1973 publication)
Date: November 17, 1973 (contextual to the broadcast)
Length: 5 min read
đź“° Key Highlights
• David Bowie performing in the 1980 Floor Show with striking visual theatrics
• Iconic fishnet full-leotard and flame-motif body-stocking designed by Kansai Yamamoto and others
• Dramatic costume changes and circus-Dali inspired stage energy
• Appearance with Marianne Faithfull during “I Got You Babe”
• Post-Ziggy Stardust exploration of new visual and performance styles
đź“° Overview
This 1973 feature showcases David Bowie’s boundary-pushing performance aesthetic in the 1980 Floor Show, filmed shortly after the retirement of Ziggy Stardust. The piece emphasises the surreal, high-fashion costumes and the intense, shape-shifting energy Bowie brought to the stage.
đź“° Source Details
Publication / Venue: Music/rock magazine feature (1973)
Date: November 1973
Format: Photo-feature / Performance review
Provenance Notes: Original 1973 magazine spread featuring Mick Rock photography.
đź“° The Story
The article describes Bowie’s mesmerising stage presence during the 1980 Floor Show, noting how he transformed the venue into a circus-like spectacle through rapid costume changes and dramatic delivery. Highlights include the famous fishnet leotard with stuffed gold lamé hands, the flame-motif outfit, and the playful yet intense collaboration with Marianne Faithfull. The piece celebrates Bowie’s ability to keep audiences captivated even after retiring the Ziggy persona.
đź“° Visual Archive
Large dramatic live shot of David Bowie in a sparkling fishnet/leotard costume with black nail polish and gold lamé accents, plus three smaller inset photos showing different looks and expressions from the performance. Bold pink vertical title “AT THE MARQUEE” runs down the page.
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đź“° Closing Notes
This 1973 feature immortalises David Bowie in one of his most visually extravagant phases — the moment the Starman shed Ziggy but continued pushing rock performance into bold, surreal, high-fashion territory with unforgettable costumes and theatrical flair.
đź“ť Copyright Notice
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