9 – 21 December

Plato’s Republic

A theatrical adaptation of Plato’s “The Republic,” directed by José Lillo, delves into the timeless themes of governance and justice. The play enjoyed a triumphant first run in 2022, filling the Pitoëff Theatre to capacity and performing to sold-out audiences, fueled by strong word-of-mouth. The cast includes Jean-Alexandre Blanchet, Felipe Castro, and other talents. Supported by the City of Geneva, this production invites audiences to reflect anew on Plato’s insights into the perils of power concentration and unchecked profit.

 

Rue de Carouge 52,
1205 Genève
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Photo Credit: Carole Favre

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11 – 21 December

Alexandre Païta presents the final piece of Lorca’s dramatic trilogy, “Blood Wedding”. This poignant and visually stunning drama portrays Andalusian peasantry through the tale of a bride who elopes with her former lover on her wedding day. Themes of honor, possession, passion, and rivalry intertwine beneath a moon symbolizing death. The play exalts the quest for freedom and love until death, set against a backdrop of scorching landscapes and wounded hearts.

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18 November – 21 December

Back from the ashes like a mischievous phoenix, this stage adaptation of Hergé’s timeless comic hurls Bianca Castafiore’s shrill “Heavens, my jewels!” onto the boards and detonates a riotous, closed-door whodunnit inside the tranquil walls of Moulinsart: red herrings fly, misunderstandings snowball and Tintin’s entire gallery of eccentrics careen through a dazzling, hyper-faithful recreation of the album, where actors vanish into near-unrecognisable guises and the set itself crackles with playful theatrical sleight-of-hand—proof that some productions really do possess a magic, living soul of their own.

In French.  Ages 7 and up.

 

Sunday 21 December, 13:00

Jennifer Merlyn Scherler invites you to the Death Café, a gathering inspired by Tokyo’s Maid cafés, featuring the recurring character Hadès. This haunted setting offers a delicate yet unsettling experience centered on mourning and memory, with lip-sync performances and discussions about departed friends, among other elements. Blurring the lines between fiction and reality, kawaii and the macabre, this performance provides an ironic and sensitive meditation on loss and emotional connections. The event is part of the Side Quest for the Real exhibition program.

Sunday 21 December, 17:00

The Cathedral of Geneva features three cantatas from J.S. Bach’s Christmas Oratorio, performed by the Ensemble Vocal Pierre de Lune and the Ensemble Instrumental Romand under Emmanuel Junod’s direction. Cantatas No. I, III, and VI depict the birth of Jesus, the adoration of the shepherds, and the visit of the Magi. Soloists Clémence Tilquin, Cristina Segura, Valério Contaldo, and Alexandre Beuchat will contribute to this concert, organized by the Fondation des Concerts de la Cathédrale.

22 November – 4 January

The Christmas Circus at Plainpalais captivates Geneva families with a show that seamlessly integrates tradition and innovation. Founded in 1992 by the Van Gool family, this time-honored institution, passed down through generations, continues to deliver magical and unforgettable moments for audiences of all ages under its big top.

20 – 21 December

Gli Angeli Genève will perform Handel’s Messiah at Victoria Hall. This renowned oratorio, an annual December tradition for the ensemble, will be conducted by Stephan MacLeod and features soloists Jeanine De Bique, Alex Potter, and Samuel Boden. Celebrated for its flawless composition and numerous famous pieces, Handel’s work is an exquisite portrayal of Christ’s life and the liturgical year.

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