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Thursday 12 February, 18:30

Led by cultural mediator Isabelle Burkhalter, this twenty-minute introductory visit presents Asuna Arashi’s piece linked to the concert 100 Keyboards. The short talk frames the work, offering contextual keys and close listening prompts that illuminate the performance’s structure and sound world. The encounter favors attentive listening and reflection, creating an intimate, concentrated atmosphere that prepares audiences for the concert ahead.

In French.

Thursday 12 February, 12:15

Niels Wehrspann, a graphic designer from Lausanne, navigates his career at the intersection of political activism and cultural projects. The talk will highlight the Library’s collection and showcase the rich diversity of regional graphic design.

In French.

10 – 22 February

Adapted and performed by Felipe Castro, this solo staging probes the absurdity of war, murderous nationalism and the raw misery at the heart of Céline’s writing. Coach José Lillo supports a performance of muscular, visceral language while Natacha Jaquerod’s set, Rinaldo Del Boca’s lighting and Jean Faravel’s sound sculpt stark, claustrophobic atmospheres. The production balances brutal imagery with moments of surprising humanity, revealing the author’s vocation as a doctor through an intimate, relentless theatrical journey.

In French.

Thursday 12 February, 12:30

Professor Alexandre Pouget is a computational neuroscientist trained in biology and holding a doctorate from San Diego. After appointments at Georgetown and Rochester, he leads research at the University of Geneva on theories of computation and representation in neural circuits. His work focuses on probabilistic approaches to learning, how neurons represent and manipulate uncertainty, and the development of AI systems that model human-like communication.

In French.

Thursday 12 February, 21:00

Performed by Sarcloret, this musiquethéâtre piece blends song and spoken reflection to trace Bob Dylan’s imprint on quality Swiss French songwriting. The artist alternates original fragments and brief commentary, mapping motifs of lyricism, narrative voice and cultural exchange. Staging is kept spare to focus on vocal colour and textual resonance, crafting an intimate, inquisitive atmosphere that reframes familiar songs as living documents of influence.

In French.

10 – 22 February

In early January 2022, two construction vehicles belonging to a Swiss multinational were set on fire at a gravel pit in the Geneva countryside. Over a year later, a young man — referred to as Jérémy — was arrested and suspected of involvement in the arson. Held in pre-trial detention, he was released after more than three months, following strong public support and mobilization.

In French.
Thursday 12 February, 18:30

Led by cultural mediator Isabelle Burkhalter, this twenty-minute introductory visit presents Asuna Arashi’s piece linked to the concert 100 Keyboards. The short talk frames the work, offering contextual keys and close listening prompts that illuminate the performance’s structure and sound world. The encounter favors attentive listening and reflection, creating an intimate, concentrated atmosphere that prepares audiences for the concert ahead.

In French.

Thursday 12 February, 12:15

Niels Wehrspann, a graphic designer from Lausanne, navigates his career at the intersection of political activism and cultural projects. The talk will highlight the Library’s collection and showcase the rich diversity of regional graphic design.

In French.

10 – 22 February

Adapted and performed by Felipe Castro, this solo staging probes the absurdity of war, murderous nationalism and the raw misery at the heart of Céline’s writing. Coach José Lillo supports a performance of muscular, visceral language while Natacha Jaquerod’s set, Rinaldo Del Boca’s lighting and Jean Faravel’s sound sculpt stark, claustrophobic atmospheres. The production balances brutal imagery with moments of surprising humanity, revealing the author’s vocation as a doctor through an intimate, relentless theatrical journey.

In French.

Thursday 12 February, 12:30

Professor Alexandre Pouget is a computational neuroscientist trained in biology and holding a doctorate from San Diego. After appointments at Georgetown and Rochester, he leads research at the University of Geneva on theories of computation and representation in neural circuits. His work focuses on probabilistic approaches to learning, how neurons represent and manipulate uncertainty, and the development of AI systems that model human-like communication.

In French.

Thursday 12 February, 21:00

Performed by Sarcloret, this musiquethéâtre piece blends song and spoken reflection to trace Bob Dylan’s imprint on quality Swiss French songwriting. The artist alternates original fragments and brief commentary, mapping motifs of lyricism, narrative voice and cultural exchange. Staging is kept spare to focus on vocal colour and textual resonance, crafting an intimate, inquisitive atmosphere that reframes familiar songs as living documents of influence.

In French.

10 – 22 February

In early January 2022, two construction vehicles belonging to a Swiss multinational were set on fire at a gravel pit in the Geneva countryside. Over a year later, a young man — referred to as Jérémy — was arrested and suspected of involvement in the arson. Held in pre-trial detention, he was released after more than three months, following strong public support and mobilization.

In French.
Thursday 12 February, 18:30

Led by cultural mediator Isabelle Burkhalter, this twenty-minute introductory visit presents Asuna Arashi’s piece linked to the concert 100 Keyboards. The short talk frames the work, offering contextual keys and close listening prompts that illuminate the performance’s structure and sound world. The encounter favors attentive listening and reflection, creating an intimate, concentrated atmosphere that prepares audiences for the concert ahead.

In French.

Thursday 12 February, 12:15

Niels Wehrspann, a graphic designer from Lausanne, navigates his career at the intersection of political activism and cultural projects. The talk will highlight the Library’s collection and showcase the rich diversity of regional graphic design.

In French.

10 – 22 February

Adapted and performed by Felipe Castro, this solo staging probes the absurdity of war, murderous nationalism and the raw misery at the heart of Céline’s writing. Coach José Lillo supports a performance of muscular, visceral language while Natacha Jaquerod’s set, Rinaldo Del Boca’s lighting and Jean Faravel’s sound sculpt stark, claustrophobic atmospheres. The production balances brutal imagery with moments of surprising humanity, revealing the author’s vocation as a doctor through an intimate, relentless theatrical journey.

In French.

Thursday 12 February, 12:30

Professor Alexandre Pouget is a computational neuroscientist trained in biology and holding a doctorate from San Diego. After appointments at Georgetown and Rochester, he leads research at the University of Geneva on theories of computation and representation in neural circuits. His work focuses on probabilistic approaches to learning, how neurons represent and manipulate uncertainty, and the development of AI systems that model human-like communication.

In French.

Thursday 12 February, 21:00

Performed by Sarcloret, this musiquethéâtre piece blends song and spoken reflection to trace Bob Dylan’s imprint on quality Swiss French songwriting. The artist alternates original fragments and brief commentary, mapping motifs of lyricism, narrative voice and cultural exchange. Staging is kept spare to focus on vocal colour and textual resonance, crafting an intimate, inquisitive atmosphere that reframes familiar songs as living documents of influence.

In French.

10 – 22 February

In early January 2022, two construction vehicles belonging to a Swiss multinational were set on fire at a gravel pit in the Geneva countryside. Over a year later, a young man — referred to as Jérémy — was arrested and suspected of involvement in the arson. Held in pre-trial detention, he was released after more than three months, following strong public support and mobilization.

In French.
6 – 15 February

A musical journey through the history of cabaret, from its origins to the present day, takes the stage at Théâtre Les Salons. Directed by Philippe Cohen, this production includes artists such as Bobby Lapointe and Aristide Bruant, accompanied by the talented Gaëlle Poirier on accordion and Narcisso Saùl on guitar. The ensemble, featuring Majbritt Byskov-Bridges, Philippe Cohen, Marie-Stéphane Fidanza, Claudia Lachat, Thomas Laubacher, and Kim Selamet, delivers a captivating evening filled with sketches and songs, offering a delightful blend of whimsy, romance, and humor.

Friday 13 February, 20:00

Bombino’s guitar conjures Sahara skies in a hypnotic blend of blues and desert rock. The Tuareg virtuoso merges ancient melodies and electric surges, alternating celestial ballads and thunderous riffs that carry themes of freedom and unity. Grammy-nominated and a longtime collaborator of Dan Auerbach, he shapes expansive soundscapes that feel both intimate and vast. Presented within Antigel, the performance creates a raw, luminous atmosphere where wind, sand and rhythm translate into a universal musical journey.

11 – 13 February

Artistic direction by Cédric Pescia frames a collective traversal of György Kurtág’s landmark piano cycle Játékok, performed by students and young pianists from HEM, CMG, CPMDT, IJD and pre‑college programmes. The cycle presents Books I–X alongside the world premiere of the unpublished Book XI, a sequence of miniatures that are playful yet exacting. The repertoire explores gesture, texture and concentrated musical language, creating an intimate sonic landscape that balances delicate detail with sudden bursts of intensity. Presented for Kurtág’s centenary and CMG’s 190th anniversary.

Friday 13 February, 21:00

On Season 25–26, Christoph Grab’s SHAPE & FORM ensemble sculpts music that breathes, born of motifs and intervals and full of sudden changes. Without fixed chords, a linear, wandering harmony carries collective improvisation: alto and tenor saxophones (Christoph Grab), trumpet (Lina Allemano), piano (Matthieu Mazué), double bass (Christian Weber) and drums (Dieter Ulrich). Between jazz, contemporary-classical colours and pulsating rhythms, the group builds a dense, open sound space where structure and spontaneity evolve in equal measure.

13 – 14 February

“The Selfie Concert” by Ivo Dimchev at Maison Saint-Gervais is an interactive performance where the artist sings only when spectators take a selfie with him. This concept challenges the notions of narcissism and the interdependence between stars and fans, raising questions about perception and existence. The show highlights our mutual need for both the artist and audience to bring the event to life.

11 – 22 February

Choreographer Ugo Dehaes replaces his human troupe with extravagant robot-dancers endowed with an artificial intelligence that invents their own choreography. Intimate and unsettling, the performance invites the audience to sit around a table as the mechanised performers execute an uncanny, rhythmic ballet. Marie Peeters’ dramaturgy frames questions about labour, profit and the place of culture, while Wannes Deneer’s scenography and musical composition shape a tactile, immersive atmosphere. The piece blends humour, critique and physical precision.

Thursday 12 February, 18:30

Led by cultural mediator Isabelle Burkhalter, this twenty-minute introductory visit presents Asuna Arashi’s piece linked to the concert 100 Keyboards. The short talk frames the work, offering contextual keys and close listening prompts that illuminate the performance’s structure and sound world. The encounter favors attentive listening and reflection, creating an intimate, concentrated atmosphere that prepares audiences for the concert ahead.

In French.

Thursday 12 February, 12:15

Niels Wehrspann, a graphic designer from Lausanne, navigates his career at the intersection of political activism and cultural projects. The talk will highlight the Library’s collection and showcase the rich diversity of regional graphic design.

In French.

10 – 22 February

Adapted and performed by Felipe Castro, this solo staging probes the absurdity of war, murderous nationalism and the raw misery at the heart of Céline’s writing. Coach José Lillo supports a performance of muscular, visceral language while Natacha Jaquerod’s set, Rinaldo Del Boca’s lighting and Jean Faravel’s sound sculpt stark, claustrophobic atmospheres. The production balances brutal imagery with moments of surprising humanity, revealing the author’s vocation as a doctor through an intimate, relentless theatrical journey.

In French.

Thursday 12 February, 12:30

Professor Alexandre Pouget is a computational neuroscientist trained in biology and holding a doctorate from San Diego. After appointments at Georgetown and Rochester, he leads research at the University of Geneva on theories of computation and representation in neural circuits. His work focuses on probabilistic approaches to learning, how neurons represent and manipulate uncertainty, and the development of AI systems that model human-like communication.

In French.

Thursday 12 February, 21:00

Performed by Sarcloret, this musiquethéâtre piece blends song and spoken reflection to trace Bob Dylan’s imprint on quality Swiss French songwriting. The artist alternates original fragments and brief commentary, mapping motifs of lyricism, narrative voice and cultural exchange. Staging is kept spare to focus on vocal colour and textual resonance, crafting an intimate, inquisitive atmosphere that reframes familiar songs as living documents of influence.

In French.

10 – 22 February

In early January 2022, two construction vehicles belonging to a Swiss multinational were set on fire at a gravel pit in the Geneva countryside. Over a year later, a young man — referred to as Jérémy — was arrested and suspected of involvement in the arson. Held in pre-trial detention, he was released after more than three months, following strong public support and mobilization.

In French.

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Visiting for the first time? A quick guide to the city’s top attractions.

The MEG is a renowned museum dedicated to the exploration and presentation of cultural diversity from around the world. Located in the heart of Geneva, it houses an extensive collection of over 80,000 objects, including artifacts, textiles, and artworks that highlight the rich traditions and histories of various communities. The museum emphasizes interactive and immersive exhibitions, engaging visitors with contemporary issues related to culture and identity.

Cool fact: The e-MEG app serves as a digital twin of the permanent exhibition, providing an audio guide and detailed descriptions along with photographs of all displayed objects.

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Since its opening in 1994, the MAMCO Geneva (Musée d’art moderne et contemporain)  has staged 450 exhibitions with works dating from the 1960s to the present day. Mamco’s holdings include works by Christo, Martin Kippenberger, Jenny Holzer, Dan Flavin, Sarkis, Franz Erhard Walther and Sylvie Fleury, among many others.

Cool fact: The MAMCO is the epicenter of the “Nuit des Bains”, held three times a year.  During this event, the district around the museum is transformed into a large gallery and attracts thousands of art lovers and sightseers each night.

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With a collection of 27,000 items from Switzerland, Europe and the Middle and Far East, and a witness to twelve centuries of ceramic art from the Middle Ages to modern times, the Ariana is one of Europe’s great museums specializing in glass and ceramics.

Cool fact: On the first Sunday of each month, the Ariana Museum opens its temporary exhibitions to the public.

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