16 – 28 December

Titania’s Tears

Pierandré Boo presents a show titled “Sissi, Imperative!” where Greta Gratos takes on the role of Empress Elisabeth of Wittelsbach in a daring and activist portrayal. Directed by Michel Albasini, the performance uncovers the hidden, revolutionary side of Sissi, highlighting her fights for justice and freedom. Through powerful and evocative texts, the production dismantles the traditional and romanticized image of the empress, revealing a modern, engaged figure that resonates with today’s feminist, ecological, and political struggles.

Ages 15 and up.

Route des Péniches 2,
1213 Petit-Lancy
Photo Credit: Multiput-X
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Photo Credit: Multiput-X

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