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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

[Broadway]
1979
John Merrick [Replacement]

Productions

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

Writing

Book, Music, Lyrics
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

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News


Society Of Composers & Lyricists To Present Awards To Giorgio Moroder, Benj Pasek & Justin Paul, and More

The Society of Composers & Lyricists announced Giorgio Moroder will receive the 2024 Lifetime Achievement Award. Benj Pasek, Justin Paul, and Jeff Beal to receive SCL Ambassador Awards.
Daisy the Great to Embark on 2025 Spring Tour

On the heels of their recently released EP Spectacle: Daisy the Great vs. Tony Visconti, New York City trailblazers Daisy the Great have announced their Spring 2025 headline tour that will see them play across North America.
Freemoor Shares Soulful Rock Song 'Affliction'

Las Vegas rock artist Freemoor released 'Affliction,' a soulful rock track produced by Adrian Andres. The song, an homage to lost creative talents, will debut live at the Viper Room in Los Angeles on 11/19. Listen to it now!
Teague Theatrical Group Acquires Rights To THE BOY WHO WANTED TO ROCK and Sequel

Teague Theatrical Group has acquired all audio and visual media rights - including film, television, and other traditional and online media formats - for the beloved children's book series The Boy Who Wanted to Rock and The Girl Who Wanted to Rock.
LABYRINTH and THE DARK CRYSTAL Receive Limited Edition 4K Collector's Sets

Get ready to bring home the epic fantasy movies from prolific genius Jim Henson when Shout! Studios presents LABYRINTH Limited Edition 4K UHD™ + Blu-ray™ Collector’s Set and THE DARK CRYSTAL Limited Edition 4K UHD™ + Blu-ray™ Collector’s Set.
London's Roundhouse Will Host Brand New Festival Roundhouse Three Sixty

London's Roundhouse has announced the launch of Roundhouse Three Sixty, a bold and visionary new festival set within the iconic walls of Camden's Roundhouse during April 2025.
Entrepreneur John Pasquale To Appear On SECRETS OF THE STAGE

John 'SohoJohnny' Pasquale, a real estate entrepreneur and music producer, will appear on 'Secrets of the Stage' with Quinn Lemley on November 10, 2024, to discuss his journey from real estate to music.
BIG GAY CHRISTMAS PARTY Comes to Underbelly Boulevard Soho

Join Big Gay Christmas Party with Angel GAY-briel, “demonic David Bowie” and performance tour-de-force Aidan Sadler this holiday season. Big Gay Afterparty has had a Christmas makeover which features the very best of London's cabaret scene.
JIM HENSON’S LABYRINTH: IN CONCERT Comes to London’s Royal Festival Hall Next Year

For the first time ever, Jim Henson’s original masterpiece and musical fantasy film Labyrinth, starring the iconic David Bowie, will transport fans to Goblin City in a fusion of film and live music on stage with “Jim Henson’s Labyrinth: In Concert”. 
A Series Of Shadowy Events: Happenstance Theater's CABARET NOIR

Imagine ‘40s fashions, stark lighting, shadow-play, fog, fedoras, fistfights, physical comedy, femmes fatales, torch songs, desperation, dance, and dozens of puns: Happenstance Theater’s CABARET NOIR at Baltimore’s Theatre Project on Preston Street will thrill you with high-contrast comedy, drama and music through November 10th, 2024.
Chicago Tap Allstars' WINTER WONDERLAND Returns This December

Chicago Tap Allstars, a collective of Tap dance artists and organizations brought together by M.A.D.D. Rhythms and Chicago Tap Theatre, has announced the return of “Winter Wonderland,” Saturday, Dec. 14 at 1 p.m. at the Harold Washington Cultural Center, 4701 S. Martin Luther King Jr. Dr.
Dean Wareham & Britta & Sonic Boom Share Cover of David Berman's 'Snow Is Falling In Manhattan'

On November 22 the trio of Dean & Britta & Sonic Boom - some of indie music’s foundational members - will release a holiday album, A Peace of Us. Now, they reveal the album’s lead-track, a cover of David Berman’s “Snow Is Falling In Manhattan.' Listen to the track!
Quinn Lemley To Perform At The LiLY Legacies Awards Gala

Quinn Lemley will perform at the 2024 LiLY Legacies Awards Gala in NYC, celebrating its 10th anniversary. The event honors Lisa Mosconi and Melba Wilson for their contributions to aging-friendly initiatives.
Review: Eric McCormack and Laura Bell Bundy Reunite for OC Cabaret at Segerstrom Arts

Eric McCormick and Laura Bell Bundy recently stopped by Segerstrom Center of the Arts to present the OC debut of their cabaret show “A Blonde, A Brunette, and Some Duets: From Primetime to Sondheim,” a fun and cheeky night of silly songs and even sillier stories for a limited three-night engagement at the Samueli Theater in Costa Mesa.
See Britton and the Sting & More in Upcoming Concerts at PAC NYC

The Perelman Performing Arts Center has revealed its musical line up for fall 2024, featuring celebrated artists from around the world and free performances on the Vartan and Clare Gregorian Lobby Stage. See who is performing and learn how to purchase tickets.
Feature: Kim David Smith Spills on Hallo-Wien & Christmas Shows

Australian-born NYC cabaret star Kim David Smith blends Weimar-era classics with contemporary pop at Café Sabarsky and Club Cumming. Known as the 'David Bowie of cabaret,' Smith channels Marlene Dietrich while reimagining songs from Friedrich Hollander to Kylie Minogue, creating immersive performances that prioritize presence over 'authenticity.'
They Might Be Giants Reveal 2025 US Tour Dates

Brooklyn originals They Might Be Giants will bring their BIG SHOW TOUR across the United States in 2025 through June. The tour begins in Orlando on February 27 and will hit Nashville, Atlanta, San Francisco, San Diego, Los Angeles, Portland, Seattle, and beyond.
May Pang to Showcase Photos of John Lennon At Coffey & Thompson Gallery In Charlotte

Explore May Pang's candid photos of John Lennon during his 'Lost Weekend' era at a special exhibition in Charlotte. Visit Coffey & Thompson Gallery for this unique showcase. Learn how to purchase tickets.
May Pang To Showcase Her Candid Photos Of John Lennon At Higgins & Myers Fine Art Gallery

Explore May Pang's candid photos of John Lennon during his 'Lost Weekend' era at a special exhibition at Higgins & Myers Fine Art Gallery in November Discover a unique perspective on Lennon's life. Learn how to purchase tickets.
City Winery Boston to Host FIGHT FOR THE RIGHT: A BENEFIT FOR KAMALA HARRIS

City Winery Boston will host a benefit concert, featuring Amanda Palmer, Ali McGuirk, Melissa Ferrick, and Gail Ann Dorsey. Proceeds support Kamala Harris and women's reproductive rights. Learn how to attend!

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 has won the Best Score award at the BroadwayWorld Awards for SpongeBob SquarePants and the Outstanding New Score award at 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).

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