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Thursday 19 February, 20:00

In “Louise,” Charlotte Filou brings to life the unyielding spirit of Louise Michel, a revolutionary, poet, and educator. Through an engaging performance, the piece highlights contemporary issues like social justice, emancipation, and the equality of humans and animals. This dynamic show—neither a biopic nor a static tribute—calls for rebellion and action, especially among younger audiences. Charlotte Filou, along with José Lillo, combines theatrical performance with music in a collaborative production. It is a powerful and committed theatrical work.

In French.

Thursday 19 February, 19:00

Edmond Dounias, ethnobiologist at the French National Research Institute (IRD), co‑founder of HG‑EDU and member of the FAO global indigenous food systems platform, joins film director Claude Barras for a public conversation.

They examine human-nature relationships in Borneo, discussing rainforest preservation, indigenous lifeways, and cultural knowledge relevant to conservation. The conversation explores anthropological insights and cinematic perspectives, and considers implications for environmental stewardship, biodiversity and food sovereignty.

In French.

16 – 19 February

This four-evening concert cycle stages a collision between nostalgic anachronism and urgent futurity, producing jolting aesthetic shocks. Musicians move between written material and wild improvisation, blending kitsch textures, dazzling contrasts and incandescent timbres. Florence Melnotte (kaoscilator, piano, synthesizer, vocals), Sylvain Fournier (drums, vocals) and Louis Billette (saxophones, flugelhorn, vocals) shape a sound-world where intimacy and chaos entwine, inviting listeners into a luminous, unpredictable musical theatre.

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 19 February, 18:30

Led by the Quatuor Terpsycordes with cultural mediator Isabelle Burkhalter, this twenty-minute introduction to the “Intégrale Haydn” concert unpacks the dialogue between the learned and the popular in Haydn’s writing. The quartet and mediator combine musical excerpts, close listening cues and historical context to reveal stylistic cross-currents. The tone is intimate and exploratory, guiding listeners from analytical insight to sensory appreciation and preparing them for the full concert experience.

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 19 February, 20:00

In “Louise,” Charlotte Filou brings to life the unyielding spirit of Louise Michel, a revolutionary, poet, and educator. Through an engaging performance, the piece highlights contemporary issues like social justice, emancipation, and the equality of humans and animals. This dynamic show—neither a biopic nor a static tribute—calls for rebellion and action, especially among younger audiences. Charlotte Filou, along with José Lillo, combines theatrical performance with music in a collaborative production. It is a powerful and committed theatrical work.

In French.

Thursday 19 February, 19:00

Edmond Dounias, ethnobiologist at the French National Research Institute (IRD), co‑founder of HG‑EDU and member of the FAO global indigenous food systems platform, joins film director Claude Barras for a public conversation.

They examine human-nature relationships in Borneo, discussing rainforest preservation, indigenous lifeways, and cultural knowledge relevant to conservation. The conversation explores anthropological insights and cinematic perspectives, and considers implications for environmental stewardship, biodiversity and food sovereignty.

In French.

16 – 19 February

This four-evening concert cycle stages a collision between nostalgic anachronism and urgent futurity, producing jolting aesthetic shocks. Musicians move between written material and wild improvisation, blending kitsch textures, dazzling contrasts and incandescent timbres. Florence Melnotte (kaoscilator, piano, synthesizer, vocals), Sylvain Fournier (drums, vocals) and Louis Billette (saxophones, flugelhorn, vocals) shape a sound-world where intimacy and chaos entwine, inviting listeners into a luminous, unpredictable musical theatre.

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 19 February, 18:30

Led by the Quatuor Terpsycordes with cultural mediator Isabelle Burkhalter, this twenty-minute introduction to the “Intégrale Haydn” concert unpacks the dialogue between the learned and the popular in Haydn’s writing. The quartet and mediator combine musical excerpts, close listening cues and historical context to reveal stylistic cross-currents. The tone is intimate and exploratory, guiding listeners from analytical insight to sensory appreciation and preparing them for the full concert experience.

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 19 February, 20:00

In “Louise,” Charlotte Filou brings to life the unyielding spirit of Louise Michel, a revolutionary, poet, and educator. Through an engaging performance, the piece highlights contemporary issues like social justice, emancipation, and the equality of humans and animals. This dynamic show—neither a biopic nor a static tribute—calls for rebellion and action, especially among younger audiences. Charlotte Filou, along with José Lillo, combines theatrical performance with music in a collaborative production. It is a powerful and committed theatrical work.

In French.

Thursday 19 February, 19:00

Edmond Dounias, ethnobiologist at the French National Research Institute (IRD), co‑founder of HG‑EDU and member of the FAO global indigenous food systems platform, joins film director Claude Barras for a public conversation.

They examine human-nature relationships in Borneo, discussing rainforest preservation, indigenous lifeways, and cultural knowledge relevant to conservation. The conversation explores anthropological insights and cinematic perspectives, and considers implications for environmental stewardship, biodiversity and food sovereignty.

In French.

16 – 19 February

This four-evening concert cycle stages a collision between nostalgic anachronism and urgent futurity, producing jolting aesthetic shocks. Musicians move between written material and wild improvisation, blending kitsch textures, dazzling contrasts and incandescent timbres. Florence Melnotte (kaoscilator, piano, synthesizer, vocals), Sylvain Fournier (drums, vocals) and Louis Billette (saxophones, flugelhorn, vocals) shape a sound-world where intimacy and chaos entwine, inviting listeners into a luminous, unpredictable musical theatre.

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 19 February, 18:30

Led by the Quatuor Terpsycordes with cultural mediator Isabelle Burkhalter, this twenty-minute introduction to the “Intégrale Haydn” concert unpacks the dialogue between the learned and the popular in Haydn’s writing. The quartet and mediator combine musical excerpts, close listening cues and historical context to reveal stylistic cross-currents. The tone is intimate and exploratory, guiding listeners from analytical insight to sensory appreciation and preparing them for the full concert experience.

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.

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.

Saturday 21 February, 19:30

Laurent Gay’s anniversary concert, marking his fifteen years at HEM, promises a romantically charged evening featuring the HEM Orchestra, conducted by Gay himself, along with soprano Clémence Tilquin. The program showcases Richard Strauss’s “Six Lieder” and Anton Bruckner’s “Symphony No. 4.” This event highlights a passionate fusion of voice and orchestra while celebrating nearly thirty of Laurent Gay’s original works.

12 – 22 February

“Les Trois Soeurs à Trois” by Collectif BPM at Maison Saint-Gervais presents an inventive reinterpretation of Chekhov’s play. Artists Catherine Büchi, Léa Pohlhammer, and Pierre Mifsud transform this classic by portraying journalists recording a radio show. They narrate the real or imagined stories of different productions of the play, while sharing personal and family anecdotes, providing a humorous and sharp reflection on their own dreams and illusions.

In French.

Friday 20 February, 23:59

Héctor Oaks leads a night of fierce techno and acid, blending post-industrial thrust, ghetto‑tech grooves and searing acid for an explosive, focused set. Phase Fatale b2b Audrey Danza weave complex basslines and cinematic, relentless soundscapes into a hypnotic, immersive journey. In a second room, Hirma and Magz deliver high‑voltage sets mixing Afro‑influenced rhythms, Jersey, drum’n’bass, house and hip‑hop; other artists add warm, colourful DJ sets and garage/breaks/bass flavours.

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.
19 – 22 February

FURTHER AFIELD

Set in the prestigious ski resort of Gstaad, this boutique winter salon brings together a curated selection of leading international galleries and creators across modern and contemporary art, historical masterpieces, collectible design, and high jewelry.

For its third edition, the salon will return to the Festival-Zelt, right in the center of the village. Its scale allows for a focused presentation and meaningful encounters between exhibitors, collectors, and visitors.

Thursday 19 February, 20:00

In “Louise,” Charlotte Filou brings to life the unyielding spirit of Louise Michel, a revolutionary, poet, and educator. Through an engaging performance, the piece highlights contemporary issues like social justice, emancipation, and the equality of humans and animals. This dynamic show—neither a biopic nor a static tribute—calls for rebellion and action, especially among younger audiences. Charlotte Filou, along with José Lillo, combines theatrical performance with music in a collaborative production. It is a powerful and committed theatrical work.

In French.

Thursday 19 February, 19:00

Edmond Dounias, ethnobiologist at the French National Research Institute (IRD), co‑founder of HG‑EDU and member of the FAO global indigenous food systems platform, joins film director Claude Barras for a public conversation.

They examine human-nature relationships in Borneo, discussing rainforest preservation, indigenous lifeways, and cultural knowledge relevant to conservation. The conversation explores anthropological insights and cinematic perspectives, and considers implications for environmental stewardship, biodiversity and food sovereignty.

In French.

16 – 19 February

This four-evening concert cycle stages a collision between nostalgic anachronism and urgent futurity, producing jolting aesthetic shocks. Musicians move between written material and wild improvisation, blending kitsch textures, dazzling contrasts and incandescent timbres. Florence Melnotte (kaoscilator, piano, synthesizer, vocals), Sylvain Fournier (drums, vocals) and Louis Billette (saxophones, flugelhorn, vocals) shape a sound-world where intimacy and chaos entwine, inviting listeners into a luminous, unpredictable musical theatre.

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 19 February, 18:30

Led by the Quatuor Terpsycordes with cultural mediator Isabelle Burkhalter, this twenty-minute introduction to the “Intégrale Haydn” concert unpacks the dialogue between the learned and the popular in Haydn’s writing. The quartet and mediator combine musical excerpts, close listening cues and historical context to reveal stylistic cross-currents. The tone is intimate and exploratory, guiding listeners from analytical insight to sensory appreciation and preparing them for the full concert experience.

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.

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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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