The dreamy and enigmatic pop of Geneva-based band Magic & Naked, inspired by the 60s and 70s, returns to the stage after a four-year break with intriguing new tracks. Opening the event, Zurich artist Palinstar will introduce her new album “Backtrain Places,” blending haunting rock and comforting folk, highlighted by her sensual voice and inventive melodies. A must-see for a truly unique musical experience.
Zizi Zozio is a performance by Marvin M’Toumo, an artist and designer trained in Nice and Geneva, that merges theater, fashion, and poetry. It reflects on his childhood in Guadeloupe and a dream of living among pelicans. The performer embodies a bird adorned with feathers, addressing themes of violence, sexuality, memory, and survival through a blend of storytelling, breath, cries, and song. Through this hybrid character, he authentically explores issues of gender and race, using art as a space for questioning and reconciliation.
Ages 18 and up.
Evita Koné, a singer from Geneva with Swiss, Chadian, and American influences, masterfully blends hip-hop, neo-soul, and R’n’B. Known for her voice that perfectly complements groove, she gracefully transitions between singing and rapping. As a member of the group Captains Of The Imagination, she also enjoys a successful solo career, highlighted by winning the Swiss Live Talents award in 2022. Her EP “Break,” produced by Christophe Calpini, showcases her musical versatility, ranging from smooth soul to dark hip-hop and trip-hop. Through her lyrics, she tackles personal and social themes, particularly addressing the oppression of women and non-binary individuals.
LovPoem explores the void left by lost love through a dance that intertwines tenderness and pain. Ludovico Paladini embodies this emptiness, navigating between nostalgic memories and abrupt sound interruptions, unveiling the complexity of heartache with a mix of emotion, kitsch, and irony.
Ages 14 and up.
Spanish choreographer Tamara Alegre brings together dancers and Jamaican DJs at the Pavillon for an unrestrained and festive celebration of dancehall. Originating from the vibrant neighborhoods of Kingston, this cultural and political movement will be represented by Dynamic Legends, Happy Feet, Miss Rose, Shanky Equanoxx, and DJ Pappi. Through their music and dance, they will express joy, anger, and pride, turning the stage into a lively and unifying dance floor.
Ages 12 and up.
“État Sauvage” offers a theatrical experience where humor and discomfort intertwine. It follows two men, referred to as the One and the Other, who meet in a park transformed into a wild space, challenging violence and reason. The play delves into our inner barbarism and the delicacy of civilization through compelling performances, highlighted by intricate lighting and evocative music. Stéphane Jaubertie’s script is powerful and contemporary, crafting a disturbingly mesmerizing human tableau. The production has been awarded the first regional prize from Rhône-Alpes at the FESTHEA festival and closed the Avignon IF festival.
In French.
Under the glow of a streetlamp, two students await an interview with Grisélidis Réal, set as part of their final studies. In a Beckett-inspired setting, they encounter sex workers, challenging their preconceptions. The play “Contre-jour” delves into the validity of discourses between theory and lived experience, commitment, and expression. Created by Mathi and Margot Le Coultre, this debut from Cie « La Poudre à lever » delves into the topic of prostitution, drawing inspiration from Grisélidis Réal.
In French.
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