“Phèdre!” is a joyful monologue performed by Romain Daroles, who enthusiastically delves into the richness of Racine’s text and the elements of tragedy. Celebrated at the 2019 Avignon Festival, this adaptation inspires a love for language and a renewed interest in rediscovering this classic masterpiece. Designed and directed by François Gremaud, the show combines simplicity with passion, transforming the tragedy of Phèdre into a vibrant and engaging experience.
In French.
Written by E.-E. Schmitt, La Tectonique des Sentiments probes how love can turn to hatred in an instant. The plot follows Diane and Richard as imagined betrayals unleash seismic emotional shifts, toppling certainties and stirring violent tenderness. The piece balances sharp comedy and quiet cruelty, dissecting contradictions of desire through intimate exchanges and sudden tremors of feeling. The staging favors psychological clarity and a charged, oscillating atmosphere that leaves the audience unsettled and moved.
In French.
Straight Sound, a longstanding sound system rooted in Geneva’s reggae/dancehall scene, blends deep bass, syncopated rhythms and dub-influenced textures. For over twenty years the collective has moved between underground nights and major clubs across Switzerland, shaping a warm, bass-driven sonic identity. Their sets balance classic selections and contemporary cuts, building hypnotic grooves and communal energy. Expect immersive sound, physical low-end and a driving, celebratory atmosphere that invites dancing and collective release.
An evening of raw punk energy featuring Total Chaos, Call the Cops, Carottes Sanguines and Violence Grise. The line-up celebrates the independent scene with short, intense sets, communal apéritif moments, shared food and a few surprises. Expect loud, direct performances, close audience interaction and a DIY atmosphere where bands and crowd blur together. A welcoming but raucous night aimed at grassroots music lovers.
Ronchon l’teigneux is a spirited adaptation of Menander’s Dyskolos by the Groupe de Théâtre Antique de l’Université de Neuchâtel. Performed outdoors in a garden setting, this lively staging uses a colloquial translation to blend ancient comedy with contemporary energy. The ensemble favours physical humour, tight timing and convivial tableaux to explore stubbornness, love and comic misunderstandings, culminating in a communal-feast atmosphere that amplifies the play’s social warmth.
In French.
Plan-les-Ouates is celebrating its 175th anniversary with a comedic show starring Marie-Thérèse, the well-known Swiss housewife, alongside emerging comedians like Bruno Peki and Julie Conti. This performance advocating for greater recognition promises laughter and entertainment. .
In French.
Discover a gentle ballet where a little boy finds the magic of flowers and his path as an artist. Through delicate classical movement, vivid colors and playful choreography, children watch a poetic story unfold, encouraged to follow gestures, music and blooming scenes. The show offers a calm, sensory experience that sparks imagination and early appreciation of dance.
In French. Kids ages 2 and up.
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