During the holy month of Ramadan, Billionaire at Mandarin Oriental Downtown unveils a special adaptation of its acclaimed Up in the Sky show, reimagined as Wonder Between Sky and Spirit – a refined and immersive edition that honors the season’s atmosphere of reflection and elevated emotion.
Performed nightly, this limited-edition experience preserves the essence of Billionaire’s signature DNA while introducing a more voice-led, illusion-driven narrative created especially for Ramadan. Under the artistic direction of Irma di Paola, the show unfolds as a journey suspended between gravity and lightness, strength and serenity. While maintaining its immersive amphitheater staging on the 61st floor, the performance transitions into a format centered around singers and special acts, offering a powerful reinterpretation of the original production.
Several musical numbers are now performed exclusively by vocalists, emphasizing emotional intensity and vocal artistry. New solo and duet performances deepen the intimacy of the experience, creating moments of reflection before crescendos of collective energy. The only dance performance presented during Ramadan, Heritage, has been thoughtfully adapted into a flamenco-inspired piece that fuses solemn elegance with a contemporary pulse. Reimagined music and costume bring renewed meaning to the act, balancing cultural respect with artistic expression.
A defining highlight of this Ramadan edition is the exclusive act of internationally acclaimed illusionist James More, performing direct from Broadway. In a breathtaking performance where astonishment unfolds before the audience’s eyes, More transports guests into a world of awe beyond the visible, adding a new dimension of enchantment to the show’s celestial narrative.
Additional special acts include:
- Duo Montico, a high-tension aerial performance where trust becomes art
- Rola Bola, a study in balance where motion transforms into stillness
- Roller Skater, a high-impact act combining speed, control, and adrenaline
“This Ramadan, Up in the Sky takes flight with a special edition celebrating spiritual renewal and the joy of coming together,” says Irma di Paola, Artistic Director. “Exceptional guest direct from Broadway, illusionist James More is a master of enchantments that transport us to a world of awe. Our DNA remains the same: lively, immersive interaction with the crowd, plunged into a Ramadan of lights and illusions beyond the stars.”
This Ramadan edition refines the spectacle into a sensorial universe suspended above the city, where dining and performance merge into one seamless journey.
Billionaire’s culinary offering remains integral to the experience, uniting fine Italian tradition with contemporary Japanese cuisine. Dining becomes part of the storytelling, extending the theatrical arc beyond the stage.
With Wonder Between Sky and Spirit, Billionaire reaffirms its position as the ultimate performance dining destination, presenting a Ramadan experience that balances reverence with artistry, intimacy with grandeur.
Details:
Tuesday to Sunday: 9PM to 3AM
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