V and A Dundee opens exhibition showcasing David Bowie Scottish connections

The V and A museum in Dundee has launched a new exhibition titled David Bowie: On Tour to celebrate the late musician's artistic ties to Scotland, BBC News reported. The display sits near the site of the former Palais de Danse, where Bowie played his first Scottish gig under his stage name with his band the Buzz in 1966. [1]

The exhibition features 100 selected items drawn from a massive collection of 90,000 artifacts in the musician's personal archive, according to BBC News. Many of the featured items are being placed on public display for the first time. The wider Scottish tour context is also highlighted by local artists and supporting acts who performed alongside him, ScottishNews.com reported. [1][4]

Born David Robert Jones, the English singer, songwriter, and actor was widely recognized for his visual presentation and frequent reinventions across his career. His music and stagecraft had a lasting influence on popular culture and inspired generations of artists. [3][5]

The artifacts on display were chosen from the broader archive acquired by the main V and A museum in London in 2023, BBC News reported. The Dundee installation serves as the initial exhibition to showcase items from this specific collection. [1]