Located on the banks of the Arve in a repurposed former perfume factory, La Parfumerie is a versatile cultural space co-managed by three independent theater and dance companies. It is primarily dedicated to the productions of its resident companies and the hosting of local troupes. The venue also serves as a space for theater and dance workshops for young people. During the summer, the outdoor terrace hosts regular cultural activities and performances.
Nathalie Karibian and Fabrice Lelong bring the opera Nour to La Parfumerie. Nour, a symbol of Armenia, poetically delves into universal themes of displacement, identity, and love through a conversation between a grandfather and his granddaughter, touching on the Armenian diaspora. Created to commemorate the centenary of the Armenian genocide, this opera highlights human resilience. The musical direction is led by Fruzsina Szuromi, with staging by Michèle Cart and choreography by Béatrice Nauffray. The performance is supported by the Maîtrise du Conservatoire populaire and the Ensemble instrumental d’Opéra-Théâtre.
In French.
At La Parfumerie, “VERTIGES” by Catherine Tinivella Aeschimann takes us to the base of the Eiger’s north face, where five tourists follow the climb of mountaineer Ueli Steck. Turning simple observation into an intense immersion, they experience the emotions of Steck and his partner. This piece, a blend of sports commentary and alpine storytelling, delves into our connection with achievement and performance, while also recalling the ghosts of the Eiger’s victims. Directed by Tamara Fischer, this show offers a communal and introspective experience.
In French.
Organised by Alliance Créative, Double Jeu is an improvisation format built on strategy and subtle manipulation: each performer secretly receives a mission to coax a partner into a specific action without being noticed. Scenes cascade into comic chaos where every line conceals an intention, and performers juggle personal objectives against shifting group dynamics. The atmosphere alternates between playful mischief and razor-sharp timing, producing surprising twists and communal laughter.
In French.
At La Parfumerie, a theatrical adaptation of Violaine Bérot’s novel unfolds the story of a man nicknamed “the Bear,” who is detained after hikers spot a naked little girl at his home. This narrative, blending fairy tale and detective novel elements, delves into the boundary between human and animal, questioning the dominance of human rationality. Directed by Marie Martin Wyler, the performance features actors Marie Probst, Marie Ruchat, Alexandra Tiedemann, David Casada, Frank Semelet, and Claude Vuillemin.
In French.
The Bande J of Cie Acrylique Junior presents a show at La Parfumerie, delving into a polluted world where poetry arises from waste. Directed by Léon Boesch and Lucien Thévenoz, the production features costumes by Spooky Dolls Surgery and is managed by Evelyne Castellino and Lino Eden.
In French.
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