HEART-THROB pop star from the 1970s David Cassidy is to appear for a one-off concert in the North-East - at last.

The star had been billed as being due to play at Newcastle's Telewest Arena but he cancelled the gig claiming he wasn't consulted properly.

But now he will appear at Newcastle City Hall, on November 14, after saying he was inundated with North-East fans desperate for him to come after all.

"We're delighted to have him," said a spokesman for the city hall. "It's time to dig out those old flares and boogie!"

Tickets cost £27.50 or £22.50 for seats with restricted viewing. To book, call the City Hall on 0191-261 2606.

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