Theatre plays in Geneva: shows, comedies and live performances

Moomin et la comète - Julien Basler, Laurent Nicolas

Saturday, 6 February - 17:00

Maison des Compagnies - Meyrin

From 10.-

Discover the hilarious and heartfelt spectacle Pling-Klang, where Étienne Manceau and Mathieu Despoisse turn IKEA assembly into a witty, acrobatic love story—1h10 of laughter and raw emotion for all ages 10+.

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Évidences inconnues - Compagnie Rode Boom

From Fri, 5 to Sat, 6 March

Théâtre Forum Meyrin

From 10.-

Discover the whimsical yet profound Moomin and the Comet—a tender philosophical adventure for all ages. Julien Basler and Laurent Nicolas bring Tove Jansson’s tale to life, blending dreamlike sets and haunting clarinet sounds...

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Hippocampe - Compagnie des Bestioles

Wednesday, 28 April - 15:00

Maison des Compagnies - Meyrin

From 10.-

A whimsical yet profound theatrical adventure for all ages—Moomin, Sniff, and Renaclerican brave cosmic fears in a poetic journey inspired by Tove Jansson’s timeless tales.

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Romancero Queer

Thursday, 19 November - 20:30

Théâtre Forum Meyrin

From 8.-

Explore Romancero Queer—Virginie Despentes’ bold reimagining of Bernarda Alba, where queer voices clash, laugh, and reclaim power in a raw, political theater experience. A fiery collective tale of identity and rebellion.

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Tatrïz

From Thu, 21 January to Sun, 7 February

Théâtre LE POCHE - Geneva

From 10.-

Join Valentine Sergo and Laure Hirsig for a bold new play Tatrïz—a 1h15 theatrical creation blending striking text and innovative staging. A must-see for theatre lovers.

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LE POCHE Cabaret II

From Thu, 3 to Sun, 20 December

Théâtre LE POCHE - Geneva

From 10.-

Discover LE POCHE Cabaret II, a fresh 90-minute cabaret creation blending sharp wit and bold performance by A. Brugger, L. Ciszewski, D. Loup, and D. Vualaz—new acts, new energy, and a show not to miss.

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La Migration des coeurs

From Thu, 29 October to Sun, 8 November

Théâtre LE POCHE - Geneva

From 10.-

Discover La Migration des coeurs, a powerful 90-minute theatrical adaptation blending Maryse Condé and Emily Brontë’s works, reimagined by Anne Monfort in a stunning 2026-2027 creation.

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Huitante

From Thu, 15 to Sun, 25 April

Théâtre LE POCHE - Geneva

From 10.-

Discover Huitante, a striking theatrical performance by Yvette Thérautaz and François Gremaud—bold text meets powerful staging in a gripping 1h20 show kicking off 2026-2027.

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Soeurs

From Thu, 27 May to Sun, 6 June

Théâtre LE POCHE - Geneva

From 10.-

Discover "Soeurs" - a gripping 1h15 theatre piece by Pascal Rambert, directed by Anne Schwaller. A bold new season opener for 2026-2027.

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La grande soirée du DOUBLAGE IMPROVISÉ

Thursday, 3 June - 20:00

Théâtre de la Madeleine - Geneva

From 20.-

Live dubbing improv show where actors ad-lib hilarious new dialogues over iconic film clips. A wild mix of creativity and laughter—don’t miss this genre-defying comedy night!

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Menace chorale

From Wed, 28 to Sat, 31 October

Comédie de Genève Théâtre - Geneva

From 10.-

Join ZOO & Thomas Hauert for a groundbreaking dance performance blending disability-inclusive art and improvisation, exploring shared movement and unexpected connections.

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Trilogie de la Guerre

From Wed, 4 to Sat, 7 November

Comédie de Genève Théâtre - Geneva

From 10.-

Discover Menace chorale: Gabriel Sparti’s gripping new play—where a small-town choir spirals into chilling conformity. A darkly comic, thought-provoking fable on power and harmony.

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C'était notre terre

From Sat, 21 to Wed, 25 November

Comédie de Genève Théâtre - Geneva

From 10.-

Unchained voices: A gripping choral play exploring Algeria’s colonial past through the Saint-André family’s fall during the independence war. Célie Pauthe adapts Mathieu Belezi’s raw, poetic prose for a haunting, visually...

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Radio live - La Relève

From Wed, 25 to Thu, 26 November

Comédie de Genève Théâtre - Geneva

From 10.-

Discover Radio Live – La Relève: a vibrant live performance blending radio storytelling, live visuals and raw voices from young creators worldwide, exploring identity and resilience through interactive dialogue and immersive...

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Coup fatal

From Wed, 16 to Fri, 18 December

Comédie de Genève Théâtre - Geneva

From 10.-

Discover Coup Fatal’s electrifying fusion of opera, rumba, and Congolese rhythms—where Monteverdi meets Nina Simone in a vibrant, cross-cultural celebration. A must-see revival with 13 talented artists.

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Casting Lear

From Wed, 27 to Sat, 30 January

Comédie de Genève Théâtre - Geneva

From 10.-

Discover Coup Fatal, a vibrant fusion of opera, ballet and Congolese rhythms by Fabrizio Cassol, Alain Platel & Rodriguez Vangama. A 1h50 celebration of music and movement at Genève’s Comédie.

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Bunker

From Wed, 10 to Fri, 12 February

Comédie de Genève Théâtre - Geneva

From 10.-

Join Andrea Jiménez in Casting Lear, a bold reimagining of Shakespeare’s tragedy blending personal reflection with theatrical audacity—each night, a new actor plays Lear in this raw, evolving performance.

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The Smallest Things

From Wed, 3 to Sat, 6 March

Comédie de Genève Théâtre - Geneva

From 10.-

A gripping theatrical exploration of justice and dialogue: when a widow seeks restorative justice with her husband’s killer. Two actors dive into a raw, real-world-inspired process—observed and transformed into art.

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On m'a trouvée grandie

From Fri, 5 to Sat, 6 March

Comédie de Genève Théâtre - Geneva

From 10.-

A hypnotic theatrical journey blending dance, magic and mystery—where a 19th-century levitating patient’s story unfolds in breathtaking sensory spectacle.

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A l'article de la mort

From Wed, 14 to Fri, 23 April

Comédie de Genève Théâtre - Geneva

From 10.-

Explore democracy’s fractures in À l’article de la mort—a gripping theater piece by Adrien Barazzone, where a cash-strapped newspaper’s editorial clash sparks raw debates on press freedom, power, and artistic integrity.

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Là

From Wed, 28 April to Sun, 2 May

Comédie de Genève Théâtre - Geneva

From 10.-

A minimalist trio—man, woman, and crow—creates a raw, poetic world on stage. Baro d’Evel and Geneva’s Orchestra blend dance, cirque, and words into a mesmerizing 75-minute birth of language and art.

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L'IMMENSE GALA par la troupe du doublage improvisé

Thursday, 4 February - 20:00

Théâtre de la Madeleine - Geneva

From 20.-

Vous connaissez leurs voix grâce aux doublages improvisés, découvrez-les en entier, en vrai et en mouvement sur la scène du Théâtre de la Madeleine. Retrouvez toute la troupe du doublage improvisé dans notre tout nouveau...

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L'IMMENSE GALA par la troupe du doublage improvisé

Thursday, 6 May - 20:00

Théâtre de la Madeleine - Geneva

From 20.-

Vous connaissez leurs voix grâce aux doublages improvisés, découvrez-les en entier, en vrai et en mouvement sur la scène du Théâtre de la Madeleine. Retrouvez toute la troupe du doublage improvisé dans notre tout nouveau...

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Maldoror

From Sun, 21 to Tue, 23 March

Comédie de Genève - Grande Salle - Geneva

From 10.-

Julien Gosselin’s Maldoror weaves Roberto Bolaño’s dark visions with Lautréamont’s surreal poetry—a haunting triptych exploring violence, crime, and literature’s limits. A bold, immersive journey at Genève’s Comédie.

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Le Serment d'Europe

From Sat, 5 to Fri, 11 December

Comédie de Genève Théâtre - Geneva

From 10.-

Explore Radio Live – La Relève: A powerful stage performance blending live radio, storytelling, and visuals, featuring young voices from around the world sharing their journeys of resilience, identity, and hope.

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DOUBLE JEU – spectacle d'improvisation

Friday, 9 April - 20:30

La Parfumerie - Geneva

From 20.-

La manipulation n’a jamais été aussi drôle ! DOUBLE JEU : un spectacle d’improvisation hilarant basé sur la stratégie. Chaque improvisateur·ice reçoit en secret une mission: amener subtilement son partenaires de jeu à...

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Piano vertigo

From Thu, 6 to Thu, 13 May

La julienne - Plan-les-Ouates

From 10.-

Absurd live theater duo Bertin & Verdesca reinvents a concert by canceling it—then reinventing it again, blending humor and raw humanity in a playful, unexpected performance with Capucine Lhemanne.

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La Saucière

From Fri, 28 May to Sun, 6 June

Théâtre les Salons - Geneva

From 10.-

A sharp family comedy where sisters and a brother clash over inheritance—until a sausage sparks explosive secrets in a seaside home. Wit, tension, and local talent collide in this hilarious, heart-punching Geneva production.

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Vol d'usage - Compagnie Quotidienne

From Fri, 16 to Sun, 18 April

Chapiteau - Parking du Centre sportif des Vergers - Meyrin

From 10.-

Gypsy jazz evening: Angelo Debarre welcomes Anne Sila & Minor Sing for a 2h45 swing-filled show blending virtuosity, humor and poetic improvisation.

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Le Bouquet 26-27

From Fri, 20 November 2026 to Fri, 28 May 2027

Salle Centrale de la Madeleine - Geneva

From 10.-

Coeur d'amour - Compagnie Inès

Wednesday, 12 May - 17:00

Maison des Compagnies - Meyrin

From 10.-

Discover a mesmerizing world of light, sound and movement with Compagnie des Bestioles—where wooden cubes transform into storytelling magic for all ages.

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Le poids des choses - Compagnie L'immédiat - Camille Boitel

From Sat, 20 to Sun, 21 February

Théâtre du Forum Meyrin

From 10.-

A playful, acrobatic comedy where two performers transform assembling an IKEA shelf into a hilarious couple’s journey—full of love, chaos and unexpected twists. 1h10, from age 10.

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Motel Cactus - Compagnie La Meute

From Fri, 22 to Sat, 23 January

Théâtre du Forum Meyrin

From 10.-

Discover Heka - a mesmerizing blend of Gandini Juggling’s cutting-edge skill and Yann Frisch’s illusions. Magic, precision, and wit collide in this 1h show for all ages.

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Les roses fauves

From Thu, 4 to Wed, 24 March

Théâtre LE POCHE - Geneva

From 10.-

Discover the bold new play Les roses fauves by Carole Martinez, directed by Martine Corbaz—raw, vibrant theater in a 1h45 creation for 2026-2027.

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Petit Black Movie « Qui respecte la nature, récolte l’avenir » Mercredi 4 novembre à 15h

Wednesday, 4 November - 15:00

Galerie « Aux Portes de la Champagne » - Lully

From 0.-

Dive into whimsical tales where nature speaks—elephants dream of bikes, forests whisper secrets, and a sun watches Earth’s future. Five short films spark eco-awareness for kids (4+) and dreamers of all ages.

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C’est beaucoup de petits poissons qui ont réussi à trouer le filet du pêcheur

From Tue, 13 to Sat, 17 April

Maison Saint-Gervais - Geneva

From 10.-

Explore Berlin’s colonial past through dance, film, and storytelling in this docu-fiction spectacle for teens. Cédric Djedje and Safi Martin-Yé uncover hidden histories in Afrikanisches Viertel.

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Verlaine en prison

From Fri, 5 to Sat, 6 March

La Cité Bleue - Geneva

From 10.-

Discover the poetic soul of Verlaine through immersive theatre as he recounts his prison experiences with raw emotion and artistic brilliance.

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Sous un ciel bleu

Saturday, 28 November - 19:00

Scène Caecilia - Geneva

From 15.-

La Cour

Saturday, 12 December - 19:00

Scène Caecilia - Geneva

From 15.-

Patatas Fritas Falsas

From Thu, 28 to Sat, 30 January

Maison Saint-Gervais - Geneva

From 10.-

A provocative one-woman show exposing fascism’s lingering grip through raucous theatre, techno, and unflinching satire. Agnès Mateus electrifies with raw energy—subtitles in French.

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L'Amour de l'Art

From Tue, 20 to Thu, 22 April

Maison Saint-Gervais - Geneva

From 10.-

Unusual art history performance where two witty historians reimagine classic masterpieces with playful chaos and poetic digressions. A hilarious, thought-provoking take on art’s legacy.

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Live

From Fri, 23 to Sat, 24 April

Maison Saint-Gervais - Geneva

From 10.-

Discover Stéphanie Aflalo’s bold solo show Live—a razor-sharp take on stardom and spectacle. Blending raw talent with biting wit, she rewrites the rules of entertainment in a mesmerizing, high-energy performance.

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Masterpiece

From Wed, 28 to Thu, 29 April

Maison Saint-Gervais - Geneva

From 7.-

Discover Luisa Fernanda Alfonso’s bold fusion of Mexican mariachi and character dance in a striking black-and-white performance. A mesmerizing blend of tension and sensuality, tradition deconstructed and reimagined.

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Spectacle de sortie de la promo O de la Manufacture

From Tue, 8 to Thu, 10 June

Maison Saint-Gervais - Geneva

From 10.-

Discover the bold theatrical debut of La Manufacture’s graduating class with a striking performance inspired by Rodrigo Garcia’s raw, innovative texts—unmissable avant-garde theatre in Lausanne.

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Almo BB

From Thu, 27 May to Sun, 6 June

Maison Saint-Gervais - Geneva

From 10.-

Experience the bold, transgressive cabaret-drama Almo BB—where drag, music, and raw emotion collide in a vibrant homage to Almodóvar’s flamboyant spirit. A dazzling mix of identity, rebellion, and beauty.

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DOUBLE JEU – spectacle d'improvisation

Thursday, 25 February - 20:30

La Parfumerie - Geneva

From 20.-

La manipulation n’a jamais été aussi drôle ! DOUBLE JEU : un spectacle d’improvisation hilarant basé sur la stratégie. Chaque improvisateur·ice reçoit en secret une mission: amener subtilement son partenaires de jeu à...

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Чтобы весело было / Pour qu'il y a de la joie

Sunday, 15 November - 18:00

Scène Caecilia Rue Antoine-Carteret 23 1202 Genève Switzerland - Geneva

From 15.-

Sous un ciel bleu

Saturday, 28 November - 19:00

Scène Caecilia Rue Antoine-Carteret 23 1202 Genève Switzerland - Geneva

From 15.-

La Cour

Saturday, 12 December - 19:00

Scène Caecilia Rue Antoine-Carteret 23 1202 Genève Switzerland - Geneva

From 15.-

Une introduction (revisitée)

From Tue, 10 to Wed, 11 November

Concorde espace culture - Vernier

From 10.-

Discover the 80th Geneva Competition’s thrilling semi-finals featuring 6 top conductors of 2025-26, paired with Geneva’s premier ensembles. A must-see for music lovers!

Theatre and performing arts

Optraken

From Wed, 9 to Thu, 10 December

Concorde espace culture - Vernier

From 15.-

A double dance masterpiece by St.Gallen Dance Company: Time of My Life—a rhythmic, humorous journey through human behavior—and Echos, a mesmerizing sound-driven exploration of nature’s landscapes. Pure artistry in motion.

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Les Limbes

From Tue, 15 to Wed, 16 December

Concorde espace culture - Vernier

From 15.-

1-hour acrobatic spectacle exploring spontaneous movement—discover how bodies adapt to the unexpected with Galactik Ensemble’s breathtaking, emotional performance for all ages.

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Doublage improvisé

Thursday, 17 December - 19:30

Concorde espace culture - Vernier

From 10.-

Improvised voice acting workshop for kids 6+! Float, glide, and bring stories to life—then join the artists onstage to play as glowing ghosts in a fun, high-energy dance. Wear white or neon!

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Ma maison est noire

Thursday, 14 January - 19:30

Concorde Espace Culture - Vernier

From 15.-

Unveil the mysteries of death and illusion in Les Limbes, a mesmerizing journey through surreal realms. Étienne Saglio blends magic, theatre, and haunting visuals—1h, from age 12.

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Chœur des amants

From Tue, 2 to Wed, 3 March

Concorde Espace Culture - Vernier

From 15.-

Immerse in Tempo: a mesmerizing 1h show for ages 8+ where Kalle Nio & Fernando Melo bend time with magic, dance and shadow theatre—lose yourself in light, dark and wonder.

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Je me souviens

From Tue, 23 to Sat, 27 March

Concorde espace culture - Vernier

From 10.-

Discover Dear Mama, Stalamuerte’s powerful hip-hop tribute to motherhood, blending raw emotion and virtuoso dance. A heartfelt celebration of love and strength for all ages.

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Doublage improvisé

Thursday, 8 April - 19:30

Concorde Espace Culture - Vernier

From 10.-

Improvised voice acting workshop for kids 6+! Float, glide, and bring stories to life—then join the artists onstage to play as glowing ghosts in a fun, high-energy dance. Wear white or neon!

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Rassembler les lucioles

From Wed, 28 April to Sat, 1 May

Concorde espace culture - Vernier

From 15.-

Unveil the hidden stories of Holocaust survivors through sharp wit and deep emotion. Eric Feldman blends humor, history, and personal memoir in a raw, thought-provoking one-off show.

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Justices

From Wed, 26 to Thu, 27 May

Concorde Espace Culture - Vernier

From 15.-

Explore the body’s role in identity through moving stories and dance. A 50-min performance blending raw memories with rhythm, celebrating freedom and self-acceptance for teens and adults.

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Faire Troupeau

Tuesday, 15 June - 19:30

Concorde Espace Culture - Vernier

From 15.-

Explosive dance fusion: raw urban and forbidden Portuguese traditions collide in CARCAÇA—Marco da Silva Ferreira’s electrifying 1h15 show for bold bodies and restless souls. Live music fuels a rebellious celebration of youth...

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