T. Rex (December 26, 1971) Rainbow Theatre Christmas Concert Announcement – Melody Maker

Melody Maker announces a special Christmas season of concerts at London’s new Rainbow Theatre, with T. Rex headlining on Boxing Day (December 26, 1971), Curved Air on December 23, and Yes on December 24.

Publication: 

Melody Maker

Date: Late December 1971 (announcing Christmas shows)

Country: United Kingdom Location: London

Section: News / Concert Announcement

THE STORY

The article promotes high-profile rock shows at the Rainbow Theatre over the festive period. T. Rex is confirmed for December 26, with Curved Air and Yes also performing. A two-week run of Chipperfields Circus is scheduled to follow, and manager John Morris plans a special New Year’s Eve party with possible rock acts.

CONTEXT AND NOTES

 This announcement captures the excitement of the glam rock boom at the end of 1971. The Rainbow Theatre had recently opened and quickly became a key venue for major acts. T. Rex, at the absolute peak of their popularity, were the hottest ticket in town for the Boxing Day show.

FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS 

Event: Christmas concert announcement

Era: 1971 (T. Rextasy peak)

Tone: Festive, anticipatory Photography: Text-based announcement (no photo in clipping)

WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS

• Bold announcement of Curved Air, Yes, and T. Rex at the Rainbow Theatre

• Details of the Christmas schedule and Chipperfields Circus run

• Quote from manager John Morris about New Year’s Eve surprises

• Typical Melody Maker news item layout with decorative border

RELATED MATERIAL

• July 1, 1972 NME news page (Wembley speculation)

For other relevant posts, see the tags at the foot of the page.

SOURCES

• Melody Maker, late December 1971

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