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Sunday 17 May, 18:00

Led by conductor Natacha Casagrande, this programme brings together the refined textures of the Geneva Chamber Orchestra and four soloists — soprano Clémence Tilquin, alto Mi-Young Kim, tenor Erwan Fosset and baritone Seongho Han. The evening juxtaposes Saint-Saëns’s delicate La Lyre et la Harpe with Gabriel Fauré’s Requiem, weaving luminous orchestral colour and intimate vocal lines. The performance favours clarity, warmth and a contemplative atmosphere that highlights the scores tenderness and quiet ritual.

6 – 17 May

Antoine Piron-Meyer (Agni) presents paintings alongside archival documents and publications that trace his singular artistic trajectory. Combining realism, poetic imagery and rich imagination, his canvases evoke mythic, often Bosch-inspired narratives while archival photographs and documents illuminate his mural and public-art engagements and teaching practice.
The exhibition balances intimate studio works with documentary materials to reveal how historical references, urban interventions and pedagogical commitments shaped a multifaceted practice. Curated by his niece Anouk‑Eva Meyer, it invites reflection on artistic continuity and urban cultural history.

Sunday 17 May, 20:00

Emerging from Liverpool roots and a history of expansive ambient post‑rock, Newhvn reunites members of A Burial At Sea to explore a rougher, more direct sound that blends rock, alternative and grunge with shoegaze and post‑hardcore inflections. Their forthcoming ten‑track debut, shaped in isolation at Black Bay Studios, juxtaposes textural atmosphere and abrasive surges. Swiss post‑rock trio Maïak complements the bill with instrumental pieces that move from melancholic introspection to cathartic, chaotic climaxes.

14 – 17 May

Reserved for previous participants of the Grand Chantier, this workshop deepens marionette staging and performance practice. Facilitated by Chine Curchod and Joël Hefti. Using puppets supplied by the TMG and excerpts from classical and contemporary texts, participants will investigate spatial composition, scenographic devices and dramaturgy, and refine ensemble manipulation and character work. The atelier emphasizes practical exercises, collective exploration and staged fragments to advance technical control and theatrical storytelling.

In French.

Sunday 17 May, 17:00

United by a long-standing artistic rapport, Carmela Delgado, Émilie Aridon-Kociołek and Mathias Naon founded Trio Tasis in 2023. The ensemble investigates an intimate, inventive chamber tango drawing on classical music, jazz, chanson and Latin American folk traditions. Their interplay creates a living, mobile sound identity shaped by encounters between tradition and contemporary influences. Performances favor nuanced dialogue, close listening and rhythmic warmth that transform familiar repertoire into subtle, expressive narratives.

Pay-what-you-can at the exit.

Sunday 17 May, 17:00

Dr. Ana Beatriz Barbosa, Brazilian psychiatrist and bestselling author of Mentes Perigosas and Mentes Inquietas, combines clinical experience and scientific training (UERJ, UFRJ, University of Chicago). A member of the New York Academy of Sciences and professor honoris causa at UniFMU, she lectures internationally and hosts the PodPeople podcast. In this immersive talk she examines ADHD, anxiety and depression, linking research to everyday life to reveal practical approaches for balance and mental well‑being.

In Portuguese.

Sunday 17 May, 18:00

Led by conductor Natacha Casagrande, this programme brings together the refined textures of the Geneva Chamber Orchestra and four soloists — soprano Clémence Tilquin, alto Mi-Young Kim, tenor Erwan Fosset and baritone Seongho Han. The evening juxtaposes Saint-Saëns’s delicate La Lyre et la Harpe with Gabriel Fauré’s Requiem, weaving luminous orchestral colour and intimate vocal lines. The performance favours clarity, warmth and a contemplative atmosphere that highlights the scores tenderness and quiet ritual.

6 – 17 May

Antoine Piron-Meyer (Agni) presents paintings alongside archival documents and publications that trace his singular artistic trajectory. Combining realism, poetic imagery and rich imagination, his canvases evoke mythic, often Bosch-inspired narratives while archival photographs and documents illuminate his mural and public-art engagements and teaching practice.
The exhibition balances intimate studio works with documentary materials to reveal how historical references, urban interventions and pedagogical commitments shaped a multifaceted practice. Curated by his niece Anouk‑Eva Meyer, it invites reflection on artistic continuity and urban cultural history.

Sunday 17 May, 20:00

Emerging from Liverpool roots and a history of expansive ambient post‑rock, Newhvn reunites members of A Burial At Sea to explore a rougher, more direct sound that blends rock, alternative and grunge with shoegaze and post‑hardcore inflections. Their forthcoming ten‑track debut, shaped in isolation at Black Bay Studios, juxtaposes textural atmosphere and abrasive surges. Swiss post‑rock trio Maïak complements the bill with instrumental pieces that move from melancholic introspection to cathartic, chaotic climaxes.

14 – 17 May

Reserved for previous participants of the Grand Chantier, this workshop deepens marionette staging and performance practice. Facilitated by Chine Curchod and Joël Hefti. Using puppets supplied by the TMG and excerpts from classical and contemporary texts, participants will investigate spatial composition, scenographic devices and dramaturgy, and refine ensemble manipulation and character work. The atelier emphasizes practical exercises, collective exploration and staged fragments to advance technical control and theatrical storytelling.

In French.

Sunday 17 May, 17:00

United by a long-standing artistic rapport, Carmela Delgado, Émilie Aridon-Kociołek and Mathias Naon founded Trio Tasis in 2023. The ensemble investigates an intimate, inventive chamber tango drawing on classical music, jazz, chanson and Latin American folk traditions. Their interplay creates a living, mobile sound identity shaped by encounters between tradition and contemporary influences. Performances favor nuanced dialogue, close listening and rhythmic warmth that transform familiar repertoire into subtle, expressive narratives.

Pay-what-you-can at the exit.

Sunday 17 May, 17:00

Dr. Ana Beatriz Barbosa, Brazilian psychiatrist and bestselling author of Mentes Perigosas and Mentes Inquietas, combines clinical experience and scientific training (UERJ, UFRJ, University of Chicago). A member of the New York Academy of Sciences and professor honoris causa at UniFMU, she lectures internationally and hosts the PodPeople podcast. In this immersive talk she examines ADHD, anxiety and depression, linking research to everyday life to reveal practical approaches for balance and mental well‑being.

In Portuguese.

Sunday 17 May, 18:00

Led by conductor Natacha Casagrande, this programme brings together the refined textures of the Geneva Chamber Orchestra and four soloists — soprano Clémence Tilquin, alto Mi-Young Kim, tenor Erwan Fosset and baritone Seongho Han. The evening juxtaposes Saint-Saëns’s delicate La Lyre et la Harpe with Gabriel Fauré’s Requiem, weaving luminous orchestral colour and intimate vocal lines. The performance favours clarity, warmth and a contemplative atmosphere that highlights the scores tenderness and quiet ritual.

6 – 17 May

Antoine Piron-Meyer (Agni) presents paintings alongside archival documents and publications that trace his singular artistic trajectory. Combining realism, poetic imagery and rich imagination, his canvases evoke mythic, often Bosch-inspired narratives while archival photographs and documents illuminate his mural and public-art engagements and teaching practice.
The exhibition balances intimate studio works with documentary materials to reveal how historical references, urban interventions and pedagogical commitments shaped a multifaceted practice. Curated by his niece Anouk‑Eva Meyer, it invites reflection on artistic continuity and urban cultural history.

Sunday 17 May, 20:00

Emerging from Liverpool roots and a history of expansive ambient post‑rock, Newhvn reunites members of A Burial At Sea to explore a rougher, more direct sound that blends rock, alternative and grunge with shoegaze and post‑hardcore inflections. Their forthcoming ten‑track debut, shaped in isolation at Black Bay Studios, juxtaposes textural atmosphere and abrasive surges. Swiss post‑rock trio Maïak complements the bill with instrumental pieces that move from melancholic introspection to cathartic, chaotic climaxes.

14 – 17 May

Reserved for previous participants of the Grand Chantier, this workshop deepens marionette staging and performance practice. Facilitated by Chine Curchod and Joël Hefti. Using puppets supplied by the TMG and excerpts from classical and contemporary texts, participants will investigate spatial composition, scenographic devices and dramaturgy, and refine ensemble manipulation and character work. The atelier emphasizes practical exercises, collective exploration and staged fragments to advance technical control and theatrical storytelling.

In French.

Sunday 17 May, 17:00

United by a long-standing artistic rapport, Carmela Delgado, Émilie Aridon-Kociołek and Mathias Naon founded Trio Tasis in 2023. The ensemble investigates an intimate, inventive chamber tango drawing on classical music, jazz, chanson and Latin American folk traditions. Their interplay creates a living, mobile sound identity shaped by encounters between tradition and contemporary influences. Performances favor nuanced dialogue, close listening and rhythmic warmth that transform familiar repertoire into subtle, expressive narratives.

Pay-what-you-can at the exit.

Sunday 17 May, 17:00

Dr. Ana Beatriz Barbosa, Brazilian psychiatrist and bestselling author of Mentes Perigosas and Mentes Inquietas, combines clinical experience and scientific training (UERJ, UFRJ, University of Chicago). A member of the New York Academy of Sciences and professor honoris causa at UniFMU, she lectures internationally and hosts the PodPeople podcast. In this immersive talk she examines ADHD, anxiety and depression, linking research to everyday life to reveal practical approaches for balance and mental well‑being.

In Portuguese.

Friday 22 May, 20:00

Presented by ContinentPremier and marking Geneva’s Francophonie celebration, Ismaël Lô brings his luminous voice and poetic songwriting to a program centred on peace, fraternity and environmental stewardship. Joined by guest vocalists Mahawa Kouyaté and Eva Lizza, the evening blends West African traditions and contemporary arrangements, highlighting griot storytelling and intimate melodies. The performance favors lyricism and dialogue, creating a warm, reflective atmosphere that honours intercultural exchange and human solidarity.

22 – 23 May

Tristan Pierre leads a restorative memory walk across the streets of his childhood, weaving recollection and poetic observation into an intimate live solo performance. Sparse staging and an attentive rhythm let images surface—childhood storefronts, shifting light and small rituals—while a subtle soundscape shapes timing and mood. The piece balances nostalgia with clarity, inviting quiet reflection and unexpected tenderness.

In French.

Friday 22 May, 20:30

Created by Cosmic Impro and produced by Compagnie Tandem, Sokkyo is an improvised shōnen spectacle that channels epic battles, friendship and rapid-fire comedic drama. The ensemble of improvisers crafts high-energy scenes inspired by Dragon Ball Z, Naruto and One Piece, blending physical action with heartfelt moments. Scenographic choices and lighting shift from explosive clashes to intimate pauses, while an original approach to sound and timing heightens emotional stakes, transporting audiences into a heroic, playful and cathartic universe.

In French.

Friday 22 May, 21:30

Geneva-based artist Lion Messager has become a leading voice in modern French-language reggae. Having begun as a dancer and then an MC, he embraced reggae in the early 2010s, shaping a style that merges spiritual and socially conscious concerns with roots and contemporary sounds. Joined by guests Jahnaton and Sir Samuel, his performances rely on sincere lyrics and a commanding stage presence. His forthcoming album Mon Combat, produced by Evidence Music (Little Lion Sound & Derrick Sound), underscores this mature, authentic approach.

In French.

Friday 22 May, 21:00

Yèfira explores musical routes between the Aegean and the Black Sea in an intimate concert blending traditional melodies, modal rhythms and contemporary arrangements. Their sound evokes coastal landscapes, ritual dances and poignant vocal lines, framed by close interplay between strings and winds. The programme maps a cultural journey across borders, mixing haunting timbres and driving rhythms to create an atmospheric, immersive experience rooted in regional traditions.

12 – 24 May

Written by E.-E. Schmitt, La Tectonique des Sentiments probes how love can turn to hatred in an instant. The plot follows Diane and Richard as imagined betrayals unleash seismic emotional shifts, toppling certainties and stirring violent tenderness. The piece balances sharp comedy and quiet cruelty, dissecting contradictions of desire through intimate exchanges and sudden tremors of feeling. The staging favors psychological clarity and a charged, oscillating atmosphere that leaves the audience unsettled and moved.

In French.

Sunday 17 May, 18:00

Led by conductor Natacha Casagrande, this programme brings together the refined textures of the Geneva Chamber Orchestra and four soloists — soprano Clémence Tilquin, alto Mi-Young Kim, tenor Erwan Fosset and baritone Seongho Han. The evening juxtaposes Saint-Saëns’s delicate La Lyre et la Harpe with Gabriel Fauré’s Requiem, weaving luminous orchestral colour and intimate vocal lines. The performance favours clarity, warmth and a contemplative atmosphere that highlights the scores tenderness and quiet ritual.

6 – 17 May

Antoine Piron-Meyer (Agni) presents paintings alongside archival documents and publications that trace his singular artistic trajectory. Combining realism, poetic imagery and rich imagination, his canvases evoke mythic, often Bosch-inspired narratives while archival photographs and documents illuminate his mural and public-art engagements and teaching practice.
The exhibition balances intimate studio works with documentary materials to reveal how historical references, urban interventions and pedagogical commitments shaped a multifaceted practice. Curated by his niece Anouk‑Eva Meyer, it invites reflection on artistic continuity and urban cultural history.

Sunday 17 May, 20:00

Emerging from Liverpool roots and a history of expansive ambient post‑rock, Newhvn reunites members of A Burial At Sea to explore a rougher, more direct sound that blends rock, alternative and grunge with shoegaze and post‑hardcore inflections. Their forthcoming ten‑track debut, shaped in isolation at Black Bay Studios, juxtaposes textural atmosphere and abrasive surges. Swiss post‑rock trio Maïak complements the bill with instrumental pieces that move from melancholic introspection to cathartic, chaotic climaxes.

14 – 17 May

Reserved for previous participants of the Grand Chantier, this workshop deepens marionette staging and performance practice. Facilitated by Chine Curchod and Joël Hefti. Using puppets supplied by the TMG and excerpts from classical and contemporary texts, participants will investigate spatial composition, scenographic devices and dramaturgy, and refine ensemble manipulation and character work. The atelier emphasizes practical exercises, collective exploration and staged fragments to advance technical control and theatrical storytelling.

In French.

Sunday 17 May, 17:00

United by a long-standing artistic rapport, Carmela Delgado, Émilie Aridon-Kociołek and Mathias Naon founded Trio Tasis in 2023. The ensemble investigates an intimate, inventive chamber tango drawing on classical music, jazz, chanson and Latin American folk traditions. Their interplay creates a living, mobile sound identity shaped by encounters between tradition and contemporary influences. Performances favor nuanced dialogue, close listening and rhythmic warmth that transform familiar repertoire into subtle, expressive narratives.

Pay-what-you-can at the exit.

Sunday 17 May, 17:00

Dr. Ana Beatriz Barbosa, Brazilian psychiatrist and bestselling author of Mentes Perigosas and Mentes Inquietas, combines clinical experience and scientific training (UERJ, UFRJ, University of Chicago). A member of the New York Academy of Sciences and professor honoris causa at UniFMU, she lectures internationally and hosts the PodPeople podcast. In this immersive talk she examines ADHD, anxiety and depression, linking research to everyday life to reveal practical approaches for balance and mental well‑being.

In Portuguese.

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Writer, interviewer, collector of conversations. Alain Elkann has sat across from presidents, cardinals, artists, and Nobel Prize winners — thousands of conversations spanning decades — and never once posed a question he wasn't willing to abandon. I met him at his home in Geneva to talk a bit about everything: the craft of the interview, the future of books, why common sense might be the most underrated virtue of our time, and the advice that has stayed with him since childhood.
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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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