16 – 17 May

Grease

Performances

Set in the vibrant world of 1950s America, Grease is a cult musical that blends nostalgia, humor, and teenage rebellion. At its heart is the whirlwind romance between Danny Zuko, a slick gang leader, and Sandy Dumbrowski, the sweet new girl, whose summer fling is tested by the social pressures of high school life. With iconic hits like “Greased Lightnin’” and “We Go Together,” the show captures the energy of rock’n’roll legends like Buddy Holly and Elvis Presley, offering a lively tribute to youthful passion, friendship, and the eternal desire to stand out.

Rue Marie-Thérèse Maurette 7,
1208 Geneva

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15 – 17 May 2025

ElseWhere Rhapsody – Jen Rosenblit

Performances

Théâtre Saint-Gervais

Jen Rosenblit presents “ElseWhere Rhapsody”. This show places desire at its core, revisiting ancient motifs of erotic art through a queer lens. The performers actively build an imaginary land amidst a decaying landscape, exploring the repetitive and infinite mechanisms of desire. Through architecture, flesh, philosophy, and visual art, the stage community attempts to embody in impossible spaces, unleashing their collective energy.

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16 & 17 May

Geneva Blues Festival

Performances

Alhambra

The Geneva Blues Festival is back for its second edition, hosted by the Blues Association Geneva. This event will showcase both local and international talent at the Alhambra. On Friday, the Geneva Blues Band will kick off the evening, followed by the virtuoso guitarist Henrik Freischlader. Saturday will feature unique performances by Blues Power and Bex Marshall, with Johnny Gallagher closing the festival in his explosive style that blends rock, blues, and country.

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10 – 18 May

Stabat Mater by Giovanni Battista Pergolesi

Performances

Cathédrale Saint-Pierre

Stabat Mater by Giovanni Battista Pergolesi will be presented at the Grand Théâtre de Genève in a new production, directed by Romeo Castellucci and conducted by Barbara Hannigan. This unique performance, centered around the figure of Mary and her suffering at the crucifixion of Jesus, will take place in the Saint-Pierre Cathedral. The work, originally composed in 1736, will be paired with Giacinto Scelsi’s Quattro Pezzi (su una nota sola) and Three Latin Prayers, bringing a modern, minimalistic twist to the sacred music.

The performance features soprano Barbara Hannigan and countertenor Jakub Józef Orliński, with the ensembles Il Pomo d’Oro and Contrechamps. Castellucci, known for his symbolic and visual approach to theatre, will create a striking, ritualistic atmosphere, blending baroque and contemporary music in a deeply evocative experience. This collaboration, in coproduction with Opera Ballet Vlaanderen, Teatro dell’Opera di Roma, and Dutch National Opera, will offer a profound exploration of the religious and emotional themes in Stabat Mater.

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8 – 18 May

Les cinq roses de Jennifer by Annibale Ruccello

Performances

Maison de quartier des Pâquis

The play “Les cinq roses de Jennifer” explores the solitude and struggle of an individual against dominant discourse. It tells the story of Jennifer, a romantically inclined femminiello, who awaits the eagerly anticipated call from Franco after an unforgettable night together. Each day, she dedicates a song to him while living under the threat of a serial killer targeting transvestites in her 1980s Naples neighborhood. Though seemingly light-hearted, the play powerfully portrays the outsider’s condition and the despair of hiding in order to be accepted. Translated and directed by Daniela Morina Pelaggi, the production is supported by a talented artistic and technical team, and it marks its world premiere in French under the banner of Compagnie Daï Daï Produçao.

In French.

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13 – 18 May

Fête de la danse 2025

Performances

Multiple locations

Les Marchés Dansés will return to Lancy and Carouge in 2025, turning markets into vibrant stages for performances and shared experiences. The Fête de la Danse Genève 2025 will animate over 30 locations across Geneva, Vernier, Onex, and Meyrin with shows, workshops, and dance classes open to everyone.

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8 – 18 May

Petite

Performances

Théâtricul

There is a period in our lives that marks us particularly. For me, it was when I played with Barbie dolls. I was the most renowned director in the world. I was a big name in cinema. Everyone wanted to work for me. One day, it all stopped, my world collapsed, and that was the end.

In French.

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