When did Beyoncé start doing gigs and shows?

Beyoncé began performing at a young age, participating in local talent shows and school performances. She gained prominence in the late 1990s as a member of the girl group Destiny's Child, which started releasing music and touring around 1997. After the group's initial success, she launched her solo career in 2003 with her debut album, "Dangerously in Love," further establishing her presence in the music industry through various gigs and shows.