“Protocole V.A.L.E.N.T.I.N.A” is a captivating solo performance by Olivia Csiky Trnka, inspired by Valentina Tereshkova, the first female cosmonaut. The piece delves into the longing to leave one’s origins, embodied in the preparation for a mission to Mars. Awarded by CNES in 2017, this performance merges humor and utopian visions, portraying a DIY world filled with dreams and raw materials.
In French.
Khalid Abdalla, an actor and activist, takes us on a dynamic solo journey inspired by the 2011 Egyptian revolution and the counter-revolution that followed. Through a global mapping of events, he weaves together personal and political narratives, exploring themes such as colonialism, decolonization, friendship, loss, protests, uprisings, and the recent violence in Gaza.
Ages 14 and up.
The groundbreaking performance by Boris Charmatz and Dimitri Chamblas, “À bras-le-corps,” first took the stage in 1993 and challenged traditional dance codes. At just 19 and 17, the dancers, trained at the Conservatoire de Lyon, sought to break free from conventional norms. Set in an intimate square surrounded by chairs, this performance embodied a spirit of libertarian and revolutionary dance. Over the past thirty years, “À bras-le-corps” has been presented numerous times, with its performers gaining strength and fluidity, while continuing to captivate audiences with a dance that defies time and gravity.
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.
Actress and ceramicist Aurélia Lüscher delves into eco-friendly funeral practices by investigating the handling of human remains. With an artistic and playful approach, she challenges contemporary embalming techniques and documents a guide to environmentally respectful funeral economics.
In French. Ages 15 and up.
“État Sauvage” offers a theatrical experience where humor and discomfort intertwine. It follows two men, referred to as the One and the Other, who meet in a park transformed into a wild space, challenging violence and reason. The play delves into our inner barbarism and the delicacy of civilization through compelling performances, highlighted by intricate lighting and evocative music. Stéphane Jaubertie’s script is powerful and contemporary, crafting a disturbingly mesmerizing human tableau. The production has been awarded the first regional prize from Rhône-Alpes at the FESTHEA festival and closed the Avignon IF festival.
In French.
Vicente Lesser Gutierrez presents KA’WIN, an evolving urban object showcased as part of the FMAC’s “Art in Public Spaces” competition. KA’WIN is an interactive installation centered around a circular bench, placed in various locations throughout Geneva and brought to life through performances and soundtracks.
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