Located in the Plainpalais district, the Théâtre de Marionnettes de Genève (TMG) has a rich history dating back to the 1940s, establishing itself as one of the rare European theaters exclusively dedicated to puppetry. TMG presents captivating performances tailored for audiences ranging from 2 years old to adulthood. Offering approximately 14 shows annually, the theater also hosts workshops, further enhancing its mission to promote the appreciation and exploration of puppetry as a captivating form of artistic expression.
Le Truc sur le feu is a playful, offbeat fable that examines how the domestication of fire shaped human life. Written by Romane Nicolas, the piece stages two Paleolithic clans who wonder, clash and ignite as puppets by the Kokoschka tradition bring grotesque situations to life. With incisive humour and sharp theatricality, the show confronts ideas of progress, individuality versus community, animality and civilisation, offering a vividly staged reflection on the choices that set societies alight.
In French.
Rien is a poetic, clownish exploration of the human condition performed through table puppets and object theatre. Performed and manipulated by Aurélie Gourvès and Délia Sartor, the piece stages themes of possession, authority, false beliefs, rivalry, fear of the void and boredom with a minimal scenography by Henry Castres. Assistants Cristina Iosif and François Accard support the staging, while Émile Parisien provides the music. A tender, comic and slightly melancholic show for audiences from six years.
In French.
Discover a remarkable puppetry collection that reveals nearly a century of creative practice and craftsmanship. More than 1,400 objects — from traditional figures to contemporary pieces — illustrate evolving techniques, materials and aesthetics. The visit explores historical development, artistic processes and the social and cultural roles of puppetry, offering interpretive insights into conservation and exhibition approaches for diverse audiences.
In French.
Set between domestication and escape, La zone nono follows a troupe of ragged yet endearing animals seeking community and freedom. Two table puppeteers and two musicians bring to life quirky creatures through live music and songs, blending humour and poetry. The staging balances intimacy and playful invention, exploring solidarity, resilience and the pull of the wild. The show is performed in French and mixes witty storytelling with musicality and inventive puppetry.
In French.
These post-show sessions offer a convivial, in-depth look at the creative process behind La Zone Nono. Led by the company’s artistic team, the discussion explores staging choices, puppetry techniques and the technical challenges specific to puppet theatre. Participants gain insight into directorial decisions and practical solutions used during rehearsals and performances, with an opportunity for questions and exchanges.
In French. Talk with the artistic team of La zone nono.
Entrañas is a visceral object-theatre piece by El Patio Teatro that explores the human body through a poetic collection of rare, strange and wondrous objects. Conceived and directed by El Patio Teatro and performed by Izaskun Fernández and Julián Sáenz López, the show blends scientific knowledge and imaginative fantasy to reveal the anatomy and mysteries of our inner life. A sensory, tactile and lyrical journey, it invites adults and older children to rediscover embodiment and existence.
In French.
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