American mezzo-soprano Joyce DiDonato, celebrated for her vibrant voice and versatile talents, will perform at the Grand Théâtre de Genève. Accompanied by pianist Craig Terry, she will present works by Haydn, Debussy, Alma Mahler, and Jake Heggie. A recipient of numerous awards, including a Grammy and a Laurence Olivier Award, Joyce DiDonato is renowned for her virtuosity and the breadth of her repertoire, spanning from baroque to contemporary music.
La Bâtie-Festival de Genève is a multidisciplinary festival in the Geneva region, featuring a vibrant mix of music, dance, theater, and performances over 18 days. Spanning more than forty venues, it offers around fifty events showcasing both national and international artists. The festival invites audiences to explore current cultural trends and engage with diverse artistic perspectives.
Zizi Zozio is a performance by Marvin M’Toumo, an artist and designer trained in Nice and Geneva, that merges theater, fashion, and poetry. It reflects on his childhood in Guadeloupe and a dream of living among pelicans. The performer embodies a bird adorned with feathers, addressing themes of violence, sexuality, memory, and survival through a blend of storytelling, breath, cries, and song. Through this hybrid character, he authentically explores issues of gender and race, using art as a space for questioning and reconciliation.
Ages 18 and up.
Jeanne Spaeter introduces a unique concept: a romantic relationship structured by a contract with 14 clauses and a trial period of 365 days. Documented and shared on Instagram with the hashtag #relationamoureusedequalité, the project features Mike, the chosen candidate. On stage, the audience participates by selecting objects, asking questions, voting, and sharing laughs. This performance challenges perceptions of love while providing entertainment.
In French. Ages 16 and up.
Pling-Klang is an engaging performance featuring Mathieu Despoisse and Étienne Manceau, two circus artists and friends, assembling a shelf while playfully dismantling the usual narratives of romance. Through this shared activity, they humorously and tenderly delve into conversations and musings about love, offering a unique and delightful reflection to enjoy on your own or with others.
In French. Kids ages 10 and up.
Spanish choreographer Tamara Alegre brings together dancers and Jamaican DJs at the Pavillon for an unrestrained and festive celebration of dancehall. Originating from the vibrant neighborhoods of Kingston, this cultural and political movement will be represented by Dynamic Legends, Happy Feet, Miss Rose, Shanky Equanoxx, and DJ Pappi. Through their music and dance, they will express joy, anger, and pride, turning the stage into a lively and unifying dance floor.
Ages 12 and up.
Feldup, also known as Félix Dupuis, crafts music filled with haunting and electrifying atmospheres, with tracks that stretch over ten minutes. Drawing inspiration from the 2000s New York rock scene, he skillfully balances serene and intense moments, leveraging guitar intensity and dissonance. His dark, intimate lyrics convey past anguish, enhanced by a compelling and expressive voice. Opening the event, Hispano-Swiss artist Tania Praz with her Moictani project promises a passionate and dynamic performance.
Ages 16 and up, or accompanied by an adult.
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