As part of the “Literate Figures of Oral Worlds” symposium and the “Afrosonica” exhibition, storyteller Dédé Duguet invites you on a journey through Caribbean tales, spanning from Cuba to Martinique, including Haiti and Trinidad. Using his “Tout-monde” storytelling staff, he will share captivating and enchanting stories. This event is organized in collaboration with the University of Geneva.
The 7th edition of the “Out of the Box” Inclusive Arts Biennale will take place across nine cultural venues in Geneva. This event brings together artists with and without disabilities, offering a diverse program that includes dance, performance, literature, visual arts, music, and cinema. The initiative aims to transcend the able-bodied/disability divide, exploring a hybrid aesthetic while providing workshops, training sessions, and discussions. Attendees are encouraged to rediscover the works with an open mind, fostering an environment of diversity and inclusion.
The Hardgroovers, a multigenerational quintet, pays tribute to Roy Hargrove with original arrangements and compositions inspired by the renowned trumpeter. Comprising regulars from AMR, this group delivers energetic, emotive, and jubilant music, infused with afro-jazz grooves and romantic ballads.
A powerful theatrical tribute to the legendary Geneva writer, painter, and sex worker Grisélidis Réal, based on her raw, visceral letters to Jean-Luc Hennig. Directed and adapted by Françoise Courvoisier—who previously brought Réal’s world to life in three earlier works—this intimate piece is set in the writer’s own kitchen, the heart of her confessions and creativity. Twenty years after her death, the play celebrates Réal’s fierce spirit and lyrical rage, honoring the woman who turned her life, her body, and her revolt into unforgettable literature.
In French.
Under the pseudonym No Anger, this artist and researcher delves into the theme of physical disability through a reflective piece that combines dance, text, videos, and music. The work offers a feminist and queer perspective on how social dynamics impact the personal stories of individuals with diverse bodies, showcasing the artist’s journey of breaking free from societal norms to recreate her identity.
In French.
Geneva Camerata presents Titane, a groundbreaking performance that reimagines Gustav Mahler’s Symphony No. 1, “Titan”, through an innovative fusion of music, dance, and theater. Renowned choreographer Marion Motin, known for her collaborations with Madonna and Stromae, joins the orchestra to create a world premiere where musicians perform from memory while engaging in dynamic choreography. This multidisciplinary spectacle offers a visceral and immersive experience, pushing the boundaries of classical concert presentation.
Carac is UNIGE’s new cultural festival, showcasing a month of student creations that include theater, dance, concerts, film, arts and crafts workshops, games, and an exhibition. It’s a vibrant month-long celebration of artistic discovery and festivity, organized by university troupes and associations.
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