tracker
My Shows
News on your favorite shows, specials & more!
Home For You Chat My Shows (beta) Register/Login Games Grosses
David Bowie Headshot

David Bowie

read more news

Get David Bowie Email Alerts

Be the first to get news, photos, videos & more.

BIO

Davie Bowie was a leading figure in the music industry and is regarded as one of the most influential musicians of the 20th century. He was acclaimed by critics and musicians, particularly for his innovative work during the 1970s. His career was marked by reinvention and visual presentation, with his music and stagecraft having a significant impact on popular music. During his lifetime, his record sales, estimated at over 100 million records worldwide, made him one of the best-selling music artists of all time. In the UK, he was awarded ten platinum album certifications, eleven gold and eight silver, and released eleven number-one albums. In the US, he received five platinum and nine gold certifications. He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1996. Rolling Stone placed him among its list of the 100 Greatest Artists of All Time and named him the "Greatest Rock Star Ever" following his death in 2016.

STAGE CREDITS

The Elephant Man
[Broadway]
1979
John Merrick [Replacement]
[Replacement]

Productions

LazarusLazarus
 
[West End, 2016] [Replacement]
Writer[Replacement]

Writing

Lazarus
Book, Music, Lyrics
The Spongebob Musical
Original Music

Awards and Nominations


winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2018 - Best Score

David Bowie, SpongeBob SquarePants


winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2018 - Outstanding New Score

David BowieSpongeBob SquarePants

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2016 - Outstanding Book of a Musical (Broadway or off-Broadway)

David Bowie, Lazarus

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2016 - Outstanding Book of a Musical (Broadway or off-Broadway)

David Bowie, Lazarus

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2016 - Outstanding Book of a Musical (Broadway or off-Broadway)

David Bowie, Lazarus

Videos

More Videos

News


BoDeans to Perform at Paramount Theatre to Celebrate LOVE & HOPE & SEX & DREAMS Photo
BoDeans to Perform at Paramount Theatre to Celebrate LOVE & HOPE & SEX & DREAMS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 10, 2025

2026 marks the 40th anniversary of BoDeans' critically acclaimed debut album, “Love & Hope & Sex & Dreams.” In honor of the 40th anniversary, BoDeans will perform live at downtown Aurora's Paramount Theatre.
Cunard and Letters Live Collaborate to Celebrate the Art of Letter Writing Photo
Cunard and Letters Live Collaborate to Celebrate the Art of Letter Writing
by Stephi Wild - Dec 10, 2025

Cunard and Letters Live have announced a partnership to celebrate remarkable letters penned at sea. The collaboration will culminate in an exclusive event. Learn more here!
Review: THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL at Beck Center For The Arts Photo
Review: THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL at Beck Center For The Arts
by Roy Berko - Dec 9, 2025

When I reviewed it on Broadway, several year ago, my capsule judgment stated: SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS THE BROADWAY MUSICAL is a wonder of neon psychedelic delight starring a character-perfect lead surrounded by a fun-centered cast which should delight adults and children of all ages!” 
Camille O’Sullivan Transfers LOVELETTER to Soho Theatre Walthamstow Photo
Camille O’Sullivan Transfers LOVELETTER to Soho Theatre Walthamstow
by Stephi Wild - Dec 9, 2025

Hot on the heels of its runaway sell-out success at Soho Theatre Dean Street and due to demand for tickets,  the Irish singer and actress Camille O’Sullivan will transfer her hit show LoveLetter to Soho Theatre Walthamstow.
Listen: Joe McGinty & The Loser’s Lounge Release Christmas Single Feat. Michael Cer Photo
Listen: Joe McGinty & The Loser’s Lounge Release Christmas Single Feat. Michael Cerveris
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 2, 2025

Joe McGinty & The Loser's Lounge have released a new single from their upcoming holiday album, coming in 2026. Listen to 'Winter World Of Love,' now, which features lead vocals by Tony Award-winning actor and musician Michael Cerveris.
Review: AETERNO DORIAN CLUB al TEATROSOPHIA Photo
Review: AETERNO DORIAN CLUB al TEATROSOPHIA
by Ettore Farrattini - Nov 30, 2025

What did our critic think of AETERNO DORIAN CLUB at TEATROSOPHIA? L'IMMORTALITA' ARTISTICA E L'IMMORTALITA' UMANA A CONFRONTO IN UNA GENIALE RILETTURA DEL ROMANZO DI OSCAR WILDE
Review: New York Pops Celebrate NY's Own Lin-Manuel Miranda at Carnegie Hall Photo
Review: New York Pops Celebrate NY's Own Lin-Manuel Miranda at Carnegie Hall
by Sharon Ellman - Nov 23, 2025

The air crackled with electric energy inside the famed Carnegie Hall on Friday November 21 with its celebration of hometown musical theater icon, Lin-Manuel Miranda. The stupendous performance featured IN THE HEIGHTS star Mandy Gonzalez.
John Cameron Mitchell Will Perform Holiday Dinner Series At 701 West Photo
John Cameron Mitchell Will Perform Holiday Dinner Series At 701 West
by Stephi Wild - Nov 18, 2025

For two nights only this December, 701 West at The Times Square EDITION will host an exclusive holiday dinner-and-show series led by Tony Award-winner John Cameron Mitchell.
Quinn Lemley to Present RITA HAYWORTH REVEALED at The Triad Theater Photo
Quinn Lemley to Present RITA HAYWORTH REVEALED at The Triad Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 6, 2025

The Triad Theater will present a series of concerts by Quinn Lemley. The first show is a concert celebrating the release of her big band album 'Remembering Rita Hayworth,' and will feature her 11-piece Big Band.
Review: MOULIN ROUGE! IL MUSICAL alllo CHAPITEAU del SISTINA Photo
Review: MOULIN ROUGE! IL MUSICAL alllo CHAPITEAU del SISTINA
by Ettore Farrattini - Oct 30, 2025

MOULIN ROUGE IL MUSICAL! alllo CHAPITEAU del SISTINA UNO SPETTACOLO ELETTRIZZANTE E SENSUALE PRODOTTO CON GRANDE ATTENZIONE AD OGNI DETTAGLIO. UN PIACERE PER OCCHI E ORECCHIE
Review: MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL Returns to OC’s Segerstrom Center Photo
Review: MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL Returns to OC’s Segerstrom Center
by Michael Quintos - Oct 30, 2025

After making a splash when it first visited the OC back in 2022, MOULIN ROUGE! - THE MUSICAL—the dazzling, Tony Award-winning 2019 Broadway stage adaptation of Baz Luhrmann's groundbreaking 2001 movie musical—is back full throttle at Segerstrom Center for the Arts in Costa Mesa for a limited week-long engagement that continues through November 2, 2025 (the show then travels an hour north to Los Angeles' Hollywood Pantages Theatre for performances running November 4-16, 2025). More impressive than before, this vibrant, high-octane, gorgeous-looking musical extravaganza continues to be an overwhelming spectacle for the senses.
Review: DREAMS DON’T COME TRUE IN PENNSYLVANIA " A Heartfelt Homage to PA at Chel Photo
Review: DREAMS DON’T COME TRUE IN PENNSYLVANIA " A Heartfelt Homage to PA at Chelsea Table
by Analisa Bell - Oct 29, 2025

Dreams Don’t Come True in Pennsylvania asks a deceptively simple question - “Are you willing to leave a place you love to pursue a dream that may not come true?” - and answers it with humor, heart, and unapologetic joy
Camille O’Sullivan Brings LOVELETTER to Soho Theatre This November Photo
Camille O’Sullivan Brings LOVELETTER to Soho Theatre This November
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 23, 2025

Irish singer and actress Camille O’Sullivan will bring her acclaimed show LOVELETTER to Soho Theatre for its London premiere, running November 24–December 6, 2025.
The Apollo Elects Four New Board Members Photo
The Apollo Elects Four New Board Members
by Stephi Wild - Oct 16, 2025

The Apollo's Chairman, Charles Phillips, and President and Chief Executive Officer, Michelle Ebanks, announced the election of four new members to the organization's Board of Directors.
May Pang To Showcase Her Photos Of Lennon At A Special 3-Day Exhibition At One Martin Photo
May Pang To Showcase Her Photos Of Lennon At A Special 3-Day Exhibition At One Martine Gallery
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 15, 2025

'The Lost Weekend - The Photography of May Pang' exhibition is coming to One Martine Gallery in November. Learn more about the upcoming exhibition and see how to attend.
LABYRINTH IN CONCERT Sets 2026 UK Tour Dates Photo
LABYRINTH IN CONCERT Sets 2026 UK Tour Dates
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 15, 2025

Jim Henson’s musical fantasy film Labyrinth is set to tour the UK in concert next Spring in celebration of its 40th anniversary. The tour, featuring a fusion of film and live music on stage, is set to begin in Oxford on April 13th.
Meet the Cast of CHESS, Now Playing on Broadway Photo
Meet the Cast of CHESS, Now Playing on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Oct 15, 2025

Chess is back on Broadway! Previews for Chess begin Wednesday, October 15 at the Imperial Theatre. The production officially opens Sunday, November 16. Meet the cast of Chess below!
THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL is Coming to Beck Center for the Arts Photo
THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL is Coming to Beck Center for the Arts
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 8, 2025

Beck Center for the Arts will present intergenerational experience that is fun for all, The SpongeBob Musical. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets here.
Photos: Jasmine Amy Rogers and More Join NEXTGEN SPOTLIGHT Benefiting BC/EFA Photo
Photos: Jasmine Amy Rogers and More Join NEXTGEN SPOTLIGHT Benefiting BC/EFA
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 3, 2025

A mix of rising stars, celebrated Broadway favorites and Broadway’s next great talents came together for the annual NextGen Spotlight on Monday, September 29, 2025. Check out photos from the evening.
JUST FOR ONE DAY " THE LIVE AID MUSICAL Extends at Shaftesbury Theatre Photo
JUST FOR ONE DAY " THE LIVE AID MUSICAL Extends at Shaftesbury Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 2, 2025

Just For One Day – The Live Aid Musical has extended its run at London’s Shaftesbury Theatre through February 7, 2026. The hit West End show celebrates the 40th anniversary of Live Aid, with 10% of ticket sales donated to The Band Aid Charitable Trust.
More News

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has David Bowie been in?

David Bowie has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.

How many West End shows has David Bowie been in?

David Bowie has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has David Bowie been nominated for?

Best Score (BroadwayWorld Awards) for SpongeBob SquarePants, Outstanding New Score (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for SpongeBob SquarePants, Outstanding Book of a Musical (Broadway or off-Broadway) (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Lazarus, Outstanding Book of a Musical (Broadway or off-Broadway) (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Lazarus and Outstanding Book of a Musical (Broadway or off-Broadway) (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Lazarus.

What awards has David Bowie won?

David Bowie won the Best Score award at the BroadwayWorld Awards for SpongeBob SquarePants and received the Outstanding New Score award from the Outer Critics Circle Awards for SpongeBob SquarePants.

How many shows has David Bowie written?

David Bowie has written 2 shows including Lazarus (Book, Music, Lyrics), The Spongebob Musical (Original Music).

Get David Bowie Email Alerts

Be the first to get news, photos, videos & more.

Videos