Situated in a contemporary building in Chêne-Bourg, Point Favre is as a vibrant cultural center, playing host to a diverse array of events year-round. The eclectic program encompasses classical and jazz music concerts, performances for children, films screenings, comedy shows, theater productions and conferences.
A concert by the Orchestre de Suisse Romande designed for young listeners. The story follows Léo, a clever young boy, who finds himself in the Pesant-Pays, a kingdom where everything is heavy and silent. Through his curiosity, Léo challenges the rules of the wizard-king, inspiring the inhabitants to embrace lightness, imagination, and play.
Kids ages 4 and up.
Choreographer Laurence Yadi presents a new creation for young audiences after a residency in Bali. This dance solo, titled “Silahkan” (meaning “please” in Balinese), invites audiences on a journey filled with humor, poetry, and emotion. The performance unfolds within a constantly transforming set where ordinary objects turn into something extraordinary. It reveals a magical world of tales inhabited by princesses, gods, demons, and warriors, exploring the wonders and mysteries of a distant journey.
Kids ages 6 and up.
La FanfareDuLoup and Frères de Sac 4tet join forces to present the Grand Bal Métissé, a vibrant event featuring folk, popular, swing music, and more. La FanfareDuLoup, a Geneva-based musical collective founded in 1978, is known for its diverse creations spanning jazz, rock, contemporary music, and reimagined classical works. Frères de Sac 4tet, originating from the Grenoble collective MusTraDem in 2016, breathes new life into traditional European repertoires from Brittany to Sweden. Together, they redefine musical traditions with an expanded sonic palette.
Experience a one-of-a-kind comedy show where a radio broadcast comes to life on stage. Lucas Thorens, a producer at RTS, takes you on a journey filled with stories, surprises, poetic fictions, and existential questions. Time seems to stand still as he rises from his chair to playfully reveal the inner workings of the radio world. This is an unmissable event for discovering the mysteries and wonders of radio with a blend of humor and insight.
In French.
Join an optimistic and humorous show that takes a light-hearted look at contemporary human follies. Benjamin Décosterd tackles serious topics such as the conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza, as well as climate crises, with wit and humor. He cynically pokes fun at individualistic behaviors and fears of loneliness, offering a comedic perspective on the contradictions of modern life. This performance encourages the audience to find laughter in dark realities as a way to confront them.
In French.
Le Point Favre offers Banbourg the chance to take the stage for an exceptional musical evening. Known as a maverick in the Swiss music scene, Banbourg, with five albums to his name, will immerse you in his sensitive and groovy world. Expect surprises, possibly with special guests joining him on stage to enhance this unique experience. If you enjoy artists like Bertrand Belin, Benjamin Biolay, or Alain Bashung, this concert is a must-see!
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