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Fifty years on from the release of David Bowie’s legendary 1973 album Aladdin Sane we’re honoured to pay tribute to him with an exhibition that tells the story of the creation of the album’s iconic artwork – that sees Bowie as an otherworldly being with a lightning bolt across his face – which has become one of the most influential pop culture images of the past half-century.

The two-month-long exhibition is accompanied by live events that revisit the music of this classic album, reflect Bowie’s enduring cultural influence and celebrate his legacy as a queer icon.

At the end of April, we host the launch of a vital new charity created in memory of Harvey Parker, a talented young musician. The Harvey

Parker Trust supports the emotional and mental health of marginalised young creatives, echoing our own commitment to arts and wellbeing and to nurturing diverse new talent.

Mark Ball

Artistic Director, Southbank Centre