28 September – 25 June

En Coulisse — Backstage Tour

Free, Booking Required

An intimate backstage tour organised by the Grand Théâtre de Genève, offering visitors a rare glimpse of what happens behind the curtain after selected performances. A member of the theatre’s technical team answers questions and reveals the hidden mechanics of the stage — from set construction and rigging to lighting design and stage machinery. This twenty-minute visit highlights the collaborative work of technicians and stagehands, giving a tangible sense of how productions come to life onstage.

L’Italienne à Alger: Sunday 1 February
Castor & Pollux: Saturday 21 March
Madame Butterfly: Tuesday 28 April
Svatbata: Wednesday 20 May
200 Motels: Thursday 25 June

Place des Volontaires 2,
1204 Genève
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