The opera Erismena, in its original Italian version, was first performed in Venice in 1655 by Francesco Cavalli, making it one of the earliest operas of the Baroque era. Notably, it is likely the first opera ever translated into English and perhaps even performed in England. Its handwritten score, complete with an English libretto, was rediscovered in 2008 in a private library, enhanced by a unique prologue.

La Cité Bleue and the Haute École de Musique (HEM) organized an intensive months-long workshop, a significant investment in the professional training of students from the Early Music Department. This initiative prepared singers and musicians in historical performance practices and led to the first European staging of Cavalli’s Erismena.

Following the success of its first edition, La Cité Bleue is bringing back its thrilling overnight musical marathon, this time with a focus on jazz. Featuring six concerts that showcase jazz in all its forms—spanning improvisations influenced by Western, Eastern, Baroque, and pop music—the event promises an eclectic and unforgettable experience. Guests are invited to stay cozy with their sleeping bags and pillows as they enjoy this unique celebration of musical diversity, culminating in a warm, convivial atmosphere until dawn.