Théâtre de la Madeleine

Théâtre de la Madeleine

Nestled at the foot of the Old Town, the Théâtre de la Madeleine is a theater hall, primarily dedicated to stand-up comedy.

Salle Centrale de la Madeleine,
Rue de la Madeleine 10, 1204 Geneva

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12 September – 3 June

An improvisational troupe revoices film and television extracts live, inventing dialogue that reshapes the images on screen. Performers build characters, textures and comic timing in real time, turning familiar footage into surreal, often hilarious scenes. The creative approach blends rapid‑fire vocal play, cinematic awareness and ensemble listening, producing moments of rupture, tenderness and surprise. Alternating cast includes Eric Lecoultre, Adrien Laplana, Pauline Maitre, Nina Cachelin and others.

In French.

Friday 4 September, 21:00

“Pour the Water as I Leave” is an immersive cinematic experience that blends experimental filmmaking, visual art, and atmospheric storytelling into a deeply contemplative journey. Moving beyond conventional narrative, the film explores themes of memory, identity, transformation, and the emotional landscapes shaped by water, inviting audiences to engage with its evocative imagery and sensory sound design. Through its poetic visual language and meditative rhythm, the screening offers a space for reflection where cinema becomes both an artistic and emotional encounter, appealing to lovers of independent film and contemporary audiovisual creation.

Friday 11 September, 19:00

Ensemble BOW presents a programme of John Williams’s most iconic film scores, from Star Wars and Jurassic Park to Schindler’s List and Harry Potter. The musicians conjure cinematic textures with vivid orchestral colour, dynamic brass fanfares and intimate string passages. Arrangements highlight rhythmic drive and lyrical solos, while the ensemble’s clarity and energy recreate the emotional arcs of the original soundtracks. This evening celebrates Williams’s enduring knack for melodic storytelling and transports listeners into familiar film worlds.

Monday 11 September, 19:00

Ready to immerse yourself in the thrilling world of one of history’s most celebrated film composers—John Williams?

Harry Potter, Home Alone, Star Wars, Schindler’s List, Indiana Jones, Superman, Jurassic Park—This evening brings together some of the maestro’s most iconic soundtracks, performed by Ensemble BOW.

Saturday 12 September, 20:30

Sweetease is a contemporary performance that explores intimacy, desire and the bittersweet edges of human connection. Through a subtle interplay of voice, movement and light, the piece builds textured atmospheres that shift between tenderness and unease. Staging privileges close-up moments and economical gestures, inviting the audience into an intimate emotional landscape where memory and longing surface in slow, deliberate layers.

Friday 18 September, 19:00

An intimate programme that pairs a celebrated guest performer with a local artist in a series of duets, this international charity project explores solidarity and human connection through music and theatrical interplay. Sparse staging and attentive choreography emphasise voice, gesture and emotional exchange, inviting reflection on compassion and community. The presentation balances refined artistry with a philanthropic purpose, offering an evening of concentrated expression and quietly powerful moments.

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