COLOMBO : Cinnamon Box Office unveils a new era of entertainment with the world’s leading Michael Jackson tribute concert, This Is Michael – Relive the Legend, presented by City of Dreams Sri Lanka.
Cinnamon Box Office (CBO), the strategic ticketing platform connecting audiences, event partners and international productions, launched its Destination Event Calendar at an official media event held on 6 August 2026 at City of Dreams Sri Lanka, marking a significant milestone in Colombo’s growing entertainment landscape. The launch was attended by special invitees and media, and featured an exciting performance of Michael Jackson’s classic songs by popular Sri Lankan singer Ryan Henderlin.
As part of the new calendar, CBO announced This Is Michael – Relive the Legend, presented by City of Dreams Sri Lanka. The internationally recognised Michael Jackson tribute production will be staged on 8 and 9 November 2026 at The Podium, City of Dreams Sri Lanka. Celebrating the music and legacy of the King of Pop, the production recreates the energy and spectacle of Michael Jackson’s legendary performances through live music, iconic choreography, visuals, costumes and his greatest hits. The show features a world-class performer known for his vocal and visual resemblance to Michael Jackson and has captivated audiences internationally.
Cinnamon Box Office has built on more than a decade of experience delivering entertainment, lifestyle and knowledge experiences through Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts, Cinnamon Life and City of Dreams Sri Lanka. Its portfolio has included international productions such as Mamma Mia the Musical and The Sound of Music, as well as culinary experiences featuring internationally renowned chefs Nigella Lawson, George Calombaris, Gary Mehigan and Marco Pierre White.
The platform has also supported conferences, lifestyle experiences and celebrity-led events, including the Future of Tourism Conferences, Travel Bloggers Conference of Asia and appearances by Manushi Chhillar and Jacqueline Fernandez. Thought leadership events have featured global personalities including Mo Gawdat, former Chief Business Officer of Google X. More recently, CBO supported La Bamba: The Song of Veracruz, presented by City of Dreams Sri Lanka and John Keells Foundation.
Speaking at the launch, Dileep Mudadeniya, Senior Vice President – Global Alliances & Partnerships and Head of Corporate Affairs, John Keells Group, said, “Cinnamon Box Office is more than a ticketing platform; it is an ecosystem that brings together entertainment, hospitality and tourism to create world-class experiences. The launch of events such as This Is Michael – Relive the Legend reflects our commitment to bringing internationally acclaimed productions to Sri Lanka and strengthening Colombo’s position as a destination for culture, creativity and live entertainment.”
Kamal Munasinghe, Senior Vice President – Colombo Hotels, Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts and General Manager – Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams Sri Lanka, added, “City of Dreams Sri Lanka represents a new chapter for Colombo, where hospitality, entertainment, business and culture come together to create experiences that are meaningful for Sri Lankans and visitors from around the world. Entertainment plays an important role in this journey by giving people more reasons to visit, stay longer and experience what Sri Lanka has to offer. Cinnamon Box Office builds on this foundation to introduce new experiences to the country.”
Through its Destination Event Calendar, Cinnamon Box Office aims to bring more international productions and experiences to Sri Lanka, strengthening Colombo’s position as a destination for culture, creativity and entertainment.For upcoming events and tickets, visit www.cinnamonboxoffice.com .
BY NELUM BUDDHADASA
