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Over the past four years more than 200,000 spectators have been drawn into the world of Mary Candies. This reimagined family spectacle unveils new sets and characters, sparkling costumes and a fresh direction that heightens immersion, intensity and wonder. The production favors tactile staging, luminous scenic effects and playful choreography to create layered moments of astonishment and warmth, inviting audiences of all ages to share a night of theatrical magic.
In French.
Directed by Elidan Arzoni, this fiery, hilarious staging of Yasmina Reza’s play follows two couples whose polite attempt to resolve a quarrel between their sons collapses into a savage verbal carnage. Performers Sophie Broustal, Vincent Jacquet, Camille Édith Bouzaglo and Frédéric Landenberg unleash sharp, tightly wound exchanges, while Benoît Delaunay’s scenography and Hervé Broillet’s costumes frame escalating social fractures. Danielle Milovic’s lighting and meticulous stagecraft intensify a darkly comic exploration of civility, hypocrisy and unleashed instincts.
In French.
Make and move your own puppet in a hands-on creative workshop. Young makers will design characters, choose fabrics and colours, and learn simple manipulation techniques to bring their creations to life. Through playful exercises and guided practice they explore movement, storytelling and fine motor skills while experimenting with textures, sounds and gestures. Small group work encourages sharing ideas and imaginative problem-solving.
In French. Kids ages 7–12.
Anthony Pagden, Distinguished Professor of Political Science and History at UCLA, delivers the Pierre du Bois Chair public lecture. Drawing on comparative history and political theory, he examines empires, the emergence of the nation‑state, and theories of federalism to assess whether the European Union can serve as a model for a future global order of federated states. The talk investigates institutional designs, legitimacy challenges and the lessons federal structures may offer for global governance.
In English.
Morgane Frémaux, together with a cultural mediator, leads an immersive sound walk that listens to the mineral world. Through site-responsive sound pieces, field recordings and guided listening, the project foregrounds stones as carriers of layered histories and subtle temporalities. The experience blends sound art and performative listening at a measured, small-step pace, inviting participants to attune to textures, resonances and the narratives embedded in geological matter. It questions how attention reshapes ordinary landscapes.
Arsen Harutyunyan, researcher at the Institute of Archaeology and Ethnography of the Armenian Academy of Sciences and the Mesrop Mashtots Institute of Ancient Manuscripts, Yerevan State University, presents research on medieval Armenian noblewomen’s patronage. Drawing on epigraphic evidence, Harutyunyan examines how elite women sponsored religious and cultural projects and how their presence is recorded in inscriptions, illuminating gendered networks of power and memory in medieval Armenia.
In English.
Anthony Kavanagh returns with a polished stand-up evening that mixes sharp social observation, warm storytelling and physical comedy. On stage he navigates identity, family and contemporary life with infectious energy and precise timing, inviting laughter that often shifts into quieter reflection. The show balances wit and sincerity, offering moments of absurdity alongside pointed critique, and showcases Kavanagh’s ability to connect intimately with audiences through voice, gesture and character-driven sketches.
In French.
Over the past four years more than 200,000 spectators have been drawn into the world of Mary Candies. This reimagined family spectacle unveils new sets and characters, sparkling costumes and a fresh direction that heightens immersion, intensity and wonder. The production favors tactile staging, luminous scenic effects and playful choreography to create layered moments of astonishment and warmth, inviting audiences of all ages to share a night of theatrical magic.
In French.
Directed by Elidan Arzoni, this fiery, hilarious staging of Yasmina Reza’s play follows two couples whose polite attempt to resolve a quarrel between their sons collapses into a savage verbal carnage. Performers Sophie Broustal, Vincent Jacquet, Camille Édith Bouzaglo and Frédéric Landenberg unleash sharp, tightly wound exchanges, while Benoît Delaunay’s scenography and Hervé Broillet’s costumes frame escalating social fractures. Danielle Milovic’s lighting and meticulous stagecraft intensify a darkly comic exploration of civility, hypocrisy and unleashed instincts.
In French.
Make and move your own puppet in a hands-on creative workshop. Young makers will design characters, choose fabrics and colours, and learn simple manipulation techniques to bring their creations to life. Through playful exercises and guided practice they explore movement, storytelling and fine motor skills while experimenting with textures, sounds and gestures. Small group work encourages sharing ideas and imaginative problem-solving.
In French. Kids ages 7–12.
Anthony Pagden, Distinguished Professor of Political Science and History at UCLA, delivers the Pierre du Bois Chair public lecture. Drawing on comparative history and political theory, he examines empires, the emergence of the nation‑state, and theories of federalism to assess whether the European Union can serve as a model for a future global order of federated states. The talk investigates institutional designs, legitimacy challenges and the lessons federal structures may offer for global governance.
In English.
Morgane Frémaux, together with a cultural mediator, leads an immersive sound walk that listens to the mineral world. Through site-responsive sound pieces, field recordings and guided listening, the project foregrounds stones as carriers of layered histories and subtle temporalities. The experience blends sound art and performative listening at a measured, small-step pace, inviting participants to attune to textures, resonances and the narratives embedded in geological matter. It questions how attention reshapes ordinary landscapes.
Arsen Harutyunyan, researcher at the Institute of Archaeology and Ethnography of the Armenian Academy of Sciences and the Mesrop Mashtots Institute of Ancient Manuscripts, Yerevan State University, presents research on medieval Armenian noblewomen’s patronage. Drawing on epigraphic evidence, Harutyunyan examines how elite women sponsored religious and cultural projects and how their presence is recorded in inscriptions, illuminating gendered networks of power and memory in medieval Armenia.
In English.
Anthony Kavanagh returns with a polished stand-up evening that mixes sharp social observation, warm storytelling and physical comedy. On stage he navigates identity, family and contemporary life with infectious energy and precise timing, inviting laughter that often shifts into quieter reflection. The show balances wit and sincerity, offering moments of absurdity alongside pointed critique, and showcases Kavanagh’s ability to connect intimately with audiences through voice, gesture and character-driven sketches.
In French.
Over the past four years more than 200,000 spectators have been drawn into the world of Mary Candies. This reimagined family spectacle unveils new sets and characters, sparkling costumes and a fresh direction that heightens immersion, intensity and wonder. The production favors tactile staging, luminous scenic effects and playful choreography to create layered moments of astonishment and warmth, inviting audiences of all ages to share a night of theatrical magic.
In French.
Directed by Elidan Arzoni, this fiery, hilarious staging of Yasmina Reza’s play follows two couples whose polite attempt to resolve a quarrel between their sons collapses into a savage verbal carnage. Performers Sophie Broustal, Vincent Jacquet, Camille Édith Bouzaglo and Frédéric Landenberg unleash sharp, tightly wound exchanges, while Benoît Delaunay’s scenography and Hervé Broillet’s costumes frame escalating social fractures. Danielle Milovic’s lighting and meticulous stagecraft intensify a darkly comic exploration of civility, hypocrisy and unleashed instincts.
In French.
Make and move your own puppet in a hands-on creative workshop. Young makers will design characters, choose fabrics and colours, and learn simple manipulation techniques to bring their creations to life. Through playful exercises and guided practice they explore movement, storytelling and fine motor skills while experimenting with textures, sounds and gestures. Small group work encourages sharing ideas and imaginative problem-solving.
In French. Kids ages 7–12.
Anthony Pagden, Distinguished Professor of Political Science and History at UCLA, delivers the Pierre du Bois Chair public lecture. Drawing on comparative history and political theory, he examines empires, the emergence of the nation‑state, and theories of federalism to assess whether the European Union can serve as a model for a future global order of federated states. The talk investigates institutional designs, legitimacy challenges and the lessons federal structures may offer for global governance.
In English.
Morgane Frémaux, together with a cultural mediator, leads an immersive sound walk that listens to the mineral world. Through site-responsive sound pieces, field recordings and guided listening, the project foregrounds stones as carriers of layered histories and subtle temporalities. The experience blends sound art and performative listening at a measured, small-step pace, inviting participants to attune to textures, resonances and the narratives embedded in geological matter. It questions how attention reshapes ordinary landscapes.
Arsen Harutyunyan, researcher at the Institute of Archaeology and Ethnography of the Armenian Academy of Sciences and the Mesrop Mashtots Institute of Ancient Manuscripts, Yerevan State University, presents research on medieval Armenian noblewomen’s patronage. Drawing on epigraphic evidence, Harutyunyan examines how elite women sponsored religious and cultural projects and how their presence is recorded in inscriptions, illuminating gendered networks of power and memory in medieval Armenia.
In English.
GIMS and Triangle des Bermudes deliver a night of hip-hop and French rap, blending commanding vocal delivery with dense, club-rooted production. Immersive visuals and bold lighting sculpt the kinetic momentum as guest artists and DJ sets extend into Baile do Village XXL. The staging balances large-scale spectacle and intimate moments, alternating explosive ensemble passages with close, rhythmic interludes. The overall atmosphere favors physical, communal engagement, where beats and textures reshape familiar songs into a visceral urban experience.
Set sail alongside the 6mJI class for a regatta focused on these elegant racing boats. Organized by the Société Nautique de Genève, the event brings crews together for a shared contest on the water, where sailing skill, coordination and changing conditions shape every manoeuvre. Follow the boats as they race across the lake and enjoy the movement, precision and collective energy of competitive sailing in an open-air setting.
Explore spooky, playful adventures at Hallomania, a Halloween festival designed for families. Children will hunt for treats, solve mystery games, join guided night walks, take part in hands-on workshops, taste seasonal treats, and enjoy themed evenings. Activities combine storytelling, crafts, movement and sensory surprises to spark imagination and cooperative play. The programme encourages creativity, curiosity and shared discovery across a variety of family-friendly formats.
Follow stories, music and hands-on workshops into the fascinating world of animals and other living things. This family project brings together Poulpe Fiction, Femme abeille et flammes de dragons, Drôles d’oiseaux and Créatures de la terre, inviting children to listen, imagine and explore our connections with nature. Intergenerational workshops and a closing performance add more chances to share ideas, sounds and discoveries.
Performances welcome audiences aged 6 and up; workshops are for all ages from 4.
In French.
Led by accordionist Camille Tissot, Inscape offers an immersion in modern jazz shaped by diverse influences from Bobby McFerrin to Alt-J and Paname Panic. Tissot’s original compositions bring the accordion to the foreground, blending electric textures and delicate timbres. Joined by Solal Laval (drums), Ethan Borlet-Hote (bass) and Léonard Probst (keyboards), the quartet crafts an intimate, richly textured sound world that moves between forceful momentum and fragile lyricism.
Anthony Kavanagh returns with a polished stand-up evening that mixes sharp social observation, warm storytelling and physical comedy. On stage he navigates identity, family and contemporary life with infectious energy and precise timing, inviting laughter that often shifts into quieter reflection. The show balances wit and sincerity, offering moments of absurdity alongside pointed critique, and showcases Kavanagh’s ability to connect intimately with audiences through voice, gesture and character-driven sketches.
In French.
Explore 4 contemporary art galleries with Julie Zelenova: Lovay Fine Arts, Taste Contemporary, Xippas and DOMUM!
Meeting point: 2:30 PM in front of Lovay Fine Arts Gallery
Rue des Sablons 4, 1205 Geneva
Optional donations at the end of the tour.
In French.
Anthony Kavanagh returns with a polished stand-up evening that mixes sharp social observation, warm storytelling and physical comedy. On stage he navigates identity, family and contemporary life with infectious energy and precise timing, inviting laughter that often shifts into quieter reflection. The show balances wit and sincerity, offering moments of absurdity alongside pointed critique, and showcases Kavanagh’s ability to connect intimately with audiences through voice, gesture and character-driven sketches.
In French.
Over the past four years more than 200,000 spectators have been drawn into the world of Mary Candies. This reimagined family spectacle unveils new sets and characters, sparkling costumes and a fresh direction that heightens immersion, intensity and wonder. The production favors tactile staging, luminous scenic effects and playful choreography to create layered moments of astonishment and warmth, inviting audiences of all ages to share a night of theatrical magic.
In French.
Directed by Elidan Arzoni, this fiery, hilarious staging of Yasmina Reza’s play follows two couples whose polite attempt to resolve a quarrel between their sons collapses into a savage verbal carnage. Performers Sophie Broustal, Vincent Jacquet, Camille Édith Bouzaglo and Frédéric Landenberg unleash sharp, tightly wound exchanges, while Benoît Delaunay’s scenography and Hervé Broillet’s costumes frame escalating social fractures. Danielle Milovic’s lighting and meticulous stagecraft intensify a darkly comic exploration of civility, hypocrisy and unleashed instincts.
In French.
Make and move your own puppet in a hands-on creative workshop. Young makers will design characters, choose fabrics and colours, and learn simple manipulation techniques to bring their creations to life. Through playful exercises and guided practice they explore movement, storytelling and fine motor skills while experimenting with textures, sounds and gestures. Small group work encourages sharing ideas and imaginative problem-solving.
In French. Kids ages 7–12.
Anthony Pagden, Distinguished Professor of Political Science and History at UCLA, delivers the Pierre du Bois Chair public lecture. Drawing on comparative history and political theory, he examines empires, the emergence of the nation‑state, and theories of federalism to assess whether the European Union can serve as a model for a future global order of federated states. The talk investigates institutional designs, legitimacy challenges and the lessons federal structures may offer for global governance.
In English.
Morgane Frémaux, together with a cultural mediator, leads an immersive sound walk that listens to the mineral world. Through site-responsive sound pieces, field recordings and guided listening, the project foregrounds stones as carriers of layered histories and subtle temporalities. The experience blends sound art and performative listening at a measured, small-step pace, inviting participants to attune to textures, resonances and the narratives embedded in geological matter. It questions how attention reshapes ordinary landscapes.
Arsen Harutyunyan, researcher at the Institute of Archaeology and Ethnography of the Armenian Academy of Sciences and the Mesrop Mashtots Institute of Ancient Manuscripts, Yerevan State University, presents research on medieval Armenian noblewomen’s patronage. Drawing on epigraphic evidence, Harutyunyan examines how elite women sponsored religious and cultural projects and how their presence is recorded in inscriptions, illuminating gendered networks of power and memory in medieval Armenia.
In English.
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An intimate museum in the heart of Geneva, the Musée Tatiana Zoubov presents the refined collection assembled by its namesake collector. Paintings, furniture, porcelain, silverware and decorative objects evoke the atmosphere of a private European collection, offering a glimpse into the tastes and art of living of another era.
In the heart of Geneva’s Old Town, the International Museum of the Reformation traces the history and legacy of the Protestant Reformation from the 16th century to the present day. Historical objects, artworks and immersive displays explore a movement that profoundly shaped Geneva and influenced societies around the world.
Located in the historic heart of Carouge, the Musée de Carouge explores the artistic and cultural heritage of this distinctive town. Its collections and temporary exhibitions bring together fine and decorative arts, local history and contemporary creation, reflecting Carouge’s unique identity and creative spirit.
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