17 – 22 February

Les voyages inattendus

Performances

Catherine Gaillard offers “unexpected journeys” that spark our imagination and challenge our assumptions. By weaving together stories, times, and places, she honors an art form that unites us. Her tales delve into both the profane and the sacred, childhood innocence, and mythical creatures, all while examining the diverse facets of human nature. With palpable passion, Gaillard invites us on introspective and enlightening journeys where everyone can discover a piece of their own story.

In French.

Route des Péniches 2,
1213 Petit-Lancy

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Photo Credit: Laurence Garcetta

19 – 25 November

Imperial Ball – Boléro by Sidi Larbi Cherkaoui & Damien Jalet

Performances

Grand Théâtre

“Bal Impérial – Boléro” seamlessly blends an imperial waltz with Ravel’s mesmerizing Boléro. Created by Sidi Larbi Cherkaoui and Damien Jalet, this work delves into the social and political roots of dance. The first segment, “Bal Impérial,” marks the bicentennial of Johann Strauss by juxtaposing Viennese music with Japanese percussion, all set in an evocative stage design and costumes by Tim Yip. The second segment, “Boléro,” revisits the 2013 choreography, presenting an intense, visceral dance to Ravel’s dramatic crescendo, enriched by artistic influences from Marina Abramović.

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18 – 30 November

Les Créatives Festival

Lectures & Workshops Performances

Multiple locations

The Festival Les Créatives, a multidisciplinary event in Geneva, highlights the artistic and intellectual works of women and gender minorities. The 21st edition features concerts, theater, exhibitions, and discussions on topics such as chosen families and friendships. Notable participants include Hélène Giannecchini, Sophie Lewis, and Chloé Delaume. The festival reaffirms its commitment to combatting gender-based violence, working with the Canton and City of Geneva on local awareness campaigns.

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18 November – 21 December

The Castafiore Emerald

Performances

Théâtre de Carouge

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.

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18 – 23 November

Un Volcan silencieux

Performances

Théâtre du Loup

In Un volcan silencieux, sociologist and director Diane Muller reconnects with ten former classmates from Dijon, all born in 1979. Through open interviews, she explores how gender, class, and societal expectations have shaped their lives — from romantic ideals to motherhood and solitude. On stage, their voices are transmitted live, creating a powerful, intimate portrait of a generation.

Co-produced with the Les Créatives festival, the piece blends sociology and theatre to map the invisible lines of social determinism.

In French.

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19 – 23 November

Ça Veut Jouer (Ou Bien?) / Robert Bouvier

Performances

Théâtre des Amis

Ça Veut Jouer (Ou Bien?) is a witty and poetic one-man show by Robert Bouvier, who steps in as the unlikely Prince Siegfried when a ballet company is held up at the airport. Drawing on his own experiences as actor, director, and theater manager, Bouvier humorously recounts his artistic journey—from his first school play to leading the Théâtre du Passage in Neuchâtel—while sharing behind-the-scenes tales of politicians, patrons, and temperamental artists. Directed by Joëlle Bouvier and Simon Romang, the performance blends storytelling, music, and theatrical charm into an unforgettable solo experience.

In French.

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Wednesday 19 November, 20:00

Apollo & Flora – Ensemble Temenos

Performances

Lutheran Church

The Ensemble Temenos with Chouchane Siranossian presents a concert dedicated to Jean-Féry Rebel at the Lutheran Church of Geneva. This program delves into the instrumental music of Rebel, a violinist with the King’s 24 Violins and a composer for the Royal Academy of Music, who was both a student and legacy-bearer of Lully. Featured are the Trio Sonata “La Flore”, the solo violin sonatas from Opus 2, and the Sonata No. 7 in C minor “Tombeau de Monsieur de Lully”. The performance highlights the fusion of French dance and Italian influence, celebrating Rebel’s discreet virtuosity and characteristic stylistic harmony.

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