Nestled at the foot of the Old Town, the Théâtre de la Madeleine is a theater hall, primarily dedicated to stand-up comedy.
Be amazed by five magicians with very different styles. Miss Nightmare, Sacha Harlow, Rémy Marvely, Julien Sonjon and Greg will make you laugh, dream and question your own eyes. Watch quick hands, dramatic gestures and flashes of color. Feel the rhythm of music, the hush before a trick, and the surprise when something impossible appears. This lively show sparks curiosity, imagination and daring.
In French. Kids ages 8 and up.
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.
Performed by Nicolas Maury, this solo reading of Sarah Kane’s 4.48 Psychosis offers an intimate, unflinching journey into depression and the limits of language. Vanasay Khamphommala’s French translation preserves Kane’s fragmented rhythm and emotional intensity. The staging favors minimalism, with a solitary voice, sparse lighting and focused sound design to magnify the text’s raw immediacy. The performance invites sustained listening and emotional immersion.
In French.
A playful, genre-blending evening led by Lord Betterave and featuring Mehdi Bousaidan and Charles Nouveau. The show mixes live DJ performance, satire and theatrical sketches, exploring urban nightlife, identity and absurdity. Dynamic staging and rhythmic transitions give way to intimate, high-energy moments, where music and spoken word converse. Produced by AB Prod Sàrl, the performance alternates live mixing, comic interplay and performative vignettes to blur the line between concert and cabaret.
In French.
Presented by La Boîte à Musique, this concert offers an intimate programme exploring timbral color and chamber textures. The performance favors nuanced dynamics and close listening, with emphasis on dialogue between instruments and finely shaped phrasing. Soundscapes alternate between lyrical introspection and spirited interplay, inviting attentive immersion in the repertoire. Staging is spare and focused on musical detail, privileging acoustic clarity and expressive nuance.
Booking: reservations@la-boite-a-musique.ch
An energetic evening of spontaneous theatre, the 32nd Mondial d’Improvisation brings together agile improvisers who craft scenes and characters on the spot. The ensemble explores rapid storytelling, sharp comic timing and emotional risk, playing with form and audience suggestion. Staging favors minimal props and a nimble ensemble dynamic, producing a vibrant, unpredictable atmosphere where creativity and collaboration drive every moment.
In French.
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