Nearly ten years ago, I first approached the David Bowie estate about creating “STAGE”—an immersive, multimedia arena show that would let audiences of up to 17,000 experience one of David’s finest filmed performances in a room full of like-minded fans. It seemed destined to be one of those ideas that arrive and vanish almost in the same breath. But for some reason, this one stayed. DAVID BOWIE “STAGE” will have its world premiere on February 14 at the Uber Arena in Berlin as part of the Berlin Film Festival. What is it? It is not a movie screened in an arena. It is a curated multimedia experience designed specifically for arenas and presented on screens so large they require an arena setting. There is not one screen but several, each with its own image and perspective, inviting the audience to look where they want—more like theatre than cinema. Expect the unexpected. We began our first assembly in 2018 and have been refining the sound and color grading since completing Moonage Daydream in 2021. The sound was designed and mixed by the team that collaborated on Moonage Daydream, led by Academy Award winner Paul Massey and three-time nominee David Giammarco. The sound design was created by Academy Award winners John Warhurst and Nina Hartstone and will be presented in 7.1. The Lighting for the show has been designed by OBE Patrick Woodroffe, who collaborated with the Rolling Stones for decades. The lighting is as much a part of the experience as the sound and will be choreographed and integrated with the film elements in a way we’ve never seen. Hopefully, it will all work together seamlessly. One wonders. I suppose Berlin will be a bit of a high wire act. This show was built for 2027 and would not have been possible without recent technological advances. I am so grateful to the David Bowie Estate for entrusting me with this once in a lifetime opportunity. And am beyond grateful to Tricia Tuttle and her staff at the Berlin film festival for providing us with the most apropos launching pad. And to the Bowie community who have been so supportive throughout this 10 year journey, this one is for you.

DAVID BOWIE RETURNS TO ARENAS IN “STAGE” WITH BERLIN PREMIERE “Werden wir Helden, Fuer einen tag...” Here follows an edited excerpt of the press release, read the full thing here: davidbowie.com/blog/2026/10/… DAVID BOWIE RETURNS TO ARENAS IN “STAGE” LEGENDARY DAVID BOWIE 1978 CONCERT PRESENTED FOR THE FIRST TIME IN A GROUNDBREAKING GLOBAL IMMERSIVE EXPERIENCE WORLD PREMIERE - BERLIN UBER ARENA 14th FEBRUARY 2027 AS PART OF THE 77th BERLIN FILM FESTIVAL WONDERWORLD PARTNERS WITH THE DAVID BOWIE ESTATE, FILMMAKER BRETT MORGEN, TO RECREATE BOWIE’S ICONIC ISOLAR II "HEROES" WORLD TOUR. TICKETS ON SALE 28th OCTOBER 2026 VIA EVENTIM DAVID BOWIE IN "STAGE" TICKETS eventim.de/artist/david-bowi… LONDON, UK 27th OCTOBER — Wonderworld, in collaboration with the David Bowie Estate and visionary filmmaker Brett Morgen (Moonage Daydream, Montage Of Heck, The Kid Stays In The Picture), presents an unprecedented event bringing David Bowie’s legendary 1978 Isolar II tour to arenas. In association with the Berlin International Film Festival (Berlinale), David Bowie “Stage” will celebrate its world premiere in the Uber Arena Berlin on 14 February 2027. Tickets will go on sale at 9am on 28th October here DAVID BOWIE IN "STAGE" TICKETS. The groundbreaking show, assembled from raw, unseen 35mm film, will be presented across multiple screens, with an integrated lighting show designed by world-renowned lighting designer Patrick Woodroffe (The Rolling Stones, Elton John) and an immersive audio mix by Academy Award winner Paul Massey (Bohemian Rhapsody, James Bond - No Time To Die, Moonage Daydream). David Bowie conceived and produced “Stage” in 1978 during the Isolar II concerts at London’s Earls Court, promoting his iconic “Heroes” album. The legendary concerts, untouched in the Bowie Archives for almost 50 years, showcase Bowie at the zenith of his powers as a live performer and are considered among the best live performances of his career. It has taken five decades for technology to develop enough to bring his vision to life with cutting-edge spatial audio and visual tech. The production blurs the line between cinema and a live concert. Fans will achieve the sensations of attending an authentic David Bowie show. Brett Morgen unearthed the original footage 10 years ago while working on the Grammy Award-winning Moonage Daydream. As early as 2018, Morgen and the Bowie Estate began discussing the possibility of bringing “Stage” to arenas worldwide, it wasn’t until 2024, when former AEG Live President of International Rob Hallett joined, that the dream became a reality. Rob Hallett, Founder of Wonderworld and former President of AEG International, said, "David Bowie has bestowed upon us an extraordinary treasure—an unprecedented concert experience that has yet to be witnessed. Working hand-in-hand with David Bowie’s Estate and Brett Morgen, we are ensuring this experience is 100% faithful to his legacy while making his genius accessible to global fans and a new generation." #DAVIDBOWIEINSTAGE

David Bowie returns to arenas in Stage. View trailer… youtu.be/p_1hZVh2sL4?si=iiw6…

BRETT MORGEN ANNOUNCES DAVID BOWIE IN "STAGE" IN THE GUARDIAN “Waiting for the gift of sound and vision...” Today’s (Tuesday 27th) The Guardian newspaper in the UK has an exclusive piece regarding the long-awaited film: DAVID BOWIE IN "STAGE". We don’t want to give too much away right now, but the online piece should feature an interview with Brett Morgen and will be available shortly too. Stay tuned for the full press release later today. #DAVIDBOWIEINSTAGE

On this day, 10 years ago, Lazarus written by David Bowie and Enda Walsh, opened at King’s Cross Theatre in London. The production was directed by Ivo van Hove. Inspired by the novel - The Man Who Fell To Earth written by Walter Tevis

On this day, 10 years ago, Lazarus (Original Cast Recording) album was released. Featuring songs by the New York cast and David Bowie

David Bowie’s Secret Friend - crowdfunding promo film youtu.be/klJzMCsqeh0?si=_UOG…

On this day, 53 years ago, David Bowie released his Pin Ups album. Recorded at Château d'Hérouville, France in 1973

Tomorrow belongs to those who can hear it coming… On this day, 49 years ago, David Bowie released his "Heroes" album in 1977

On this day, 36 years ago was David and Iman's first ever date, which was set up by friend/hairdresser Teddy Antolin in Los Angeles, CA, USA in 1990

The Bowie Tapes - produced and edited by Robert Zimet. Footage includes: Bowie laying down vocals for 'Never Get Old' at Allaire Studios, Glen Tonche, Ulster County, NY, in Studio B rehearsing Reality songs at Looking Glass Studios in NYC. More details at: bowiewonderworld.com/bowiene…

On this day, 57 years ago, David Bowie appeared for the first time on Top Of The Pops performing Space Oddity in 1969. Hosted by Pete Murray, Bowie performed in Studio G, which was separate from the main studio audience. This was pre-recorded on 2nd October. Photos: Harry Goodwin

Birthday memories of John Lennon born on this day in 1940. (Photos by Ron Galella on 1st March 1975 at The 17th Annual Grammy Awards. NYC)

Pretty Things ⚡ A Bowie tribute art and photography show this Friday at the @Transparent_AP . My friend Mike Shine painted 16 buoys, each one a different side of Bowie . I dug into my Archive and pulled some David Bowie concert photos that have never been seen before - Glass Spider tour , Carnegie Hall and a few more . Opening this Friday 10/9 , 7-9 . Live music . Free and open to everyone . Part of the final weekend of the incredible PlusOne Art Party . Come hang with us in Asbury Park ! Who’s coming ?? Presented by the Wooden Walls Project

BOWIE80 Official Press Release bowiewonderworld.com/press/0… bowiewonderworld.com/bowiene…

Birthday memories of Margaret Mary Jones (née Burns) (aka “Peggy”) born on this day in 1913

On this day, 54 years ago, David Bowie made his performing debut in New York City at Carnegie Hall, Manhattan in 1972. Outside, the marquee read: ‘Fall In Love with David Bowie’. Photos by Kristian Hoffman