Björn Again Maldives show cancelled after venue approval withdrawn
Members of Björn Again arrived in the Maldives on Tuesday evening on a Singapore Airlines flight ahead of the scheduled performance.
A concert by Australian tribute band Björn Again, scheduled to take place at the Social Centre on Wednesday night, has been cancelled after the government informed organisers that the venue could no longer be used.
The concert, organised by Uber Events, had been promoted in advance, secured sponsorship and sold tickets. The programme was also due to feature performances by Maldivian artists.
Members of Björn Again arrived in the Maldives on Tuesday evening on a Singapore Airlines flight ahead of the scheduled performance.
According to information obtained by the media, the Ministry of Youth Empowerment informed Uber Events on Tuesday that the concert could not be held at the Social Centre. The decision was reportedly communicated while preparations for the event were under way and the stage was being set up.
With less than a day remaining before the concert, organisers were unable to secure an alternative venue and cancelled the event.
The reason for the decision has not been disclosed. Uber Events had not issued an official statement on the cancellation at the time of publication.
Björn Again is an Australian tribute band performing the music of Swedish pop group ABBA. Since its formation, the group has staged more than 5,300 performances in 72 countries.
