David Bowie’s Lost 1978 Footage, Ozzy’s Farewell and More Entertainment Stories

1 David Bowie’s unseen 1978 concert footage is heading to arenas

David Bowie “Stage” will bring previously unseen 35mm footage from his 1978 Isolar II tour to a large-scale concert experience. Filmmaker Brett Morgen is developing the production with the David Bowie Estate, using multiple screens, immersive audio and lighting design.

It is set to premiere at Berlin’s Uber Arena on February 14, 2027, during the Berlin International Film Festival. The project offers fans a chance to experience archival Bowie footage in an arena, rather than on a conventional cinema screen.^[1]

2 Ozzy Osbourne’s final Black Sabbath show gets a home release

Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath: Back to the Beginning is now receiving a concert-film and soundtrack release after its worldwide cinema event. The film captures Ozzy’s final performance and a reunion with Black Sabbath’s original lineup at Birmingham’s Villa Park in July 2025.

The home release is scheduled for December 11, 2026, across digital, CD, vinyl, Blu-ray and 4K Ultra HD formats. Ozzy’s performance of “Mr. Crowley” and its video were made available alongside the announcement.^[2]

3 LL Cool J books his first Las Vegas Strip residency

LL Cool J is taking “Rock the Bells: The Residency” to Dolby Live at Park MGM for 11 shows next spring and summer. The run is scheduled for May 15, 16, 19, 21 and 22, then July 9, 10, 11, 14, 16 and 17, 2027.

The show is billed as a live celebration of hip-hop’s music and moments, with LL Cool J bringing his hits and stories to the stage. The announcement also marks his first Las Vegas Strip residency.^[3]

4 Patrick Stewart’s death prompts tributes from Star Trek and X-Men co-stars

Actor Patrick Stewart has died at 86, according to a statement from his spokesperson reported by The Hollywood Reporter. The statement said he had experienced Alzheimer’s disease and Lewy body dementia.

Stewart became widely known for playing Captain Jean-Luc Picard in Star Trek and Professor Charles Xavier in the X-Men films. His death has prompted tributes from colleagues and fellow performers, including members of the Star Trek family.^[4]