Theatre plays in the canton of Vaud: shows, comedies and live performances

Spectacle de cirque

From Sun, 8 to Sun, 29 November

Cirque de Corcelles - Corcelles-près-Payerne

From 29.-

Blast into the 80s with a high-energy circus show featuring acrobatics, aerial stunts, and retro hits. A dazzling, explosive experience for all ages!

Theatre and performing arts

CIELS

From Fri, 13 to Sun, 22 November

Théâtre de la Ruelle - La Chaux (Cossonay)

From 15.-

Discover CIELS: A gripping theatrical thriller where a secretive antiterrorist cell races to stop global attacks—blending suspense, poetry, and math. From age 14.

Theatre and performing arts

WHERE THE FUNK IS MY RED NOSE !?

From Fri, 9 to Sun, 11 October

Théâtre de la Ruelle - La Chaux (Cossonay)

From 15.-

Dive into chaotic clown joy where Circus meets modern absurdity—explosive, poetic, and hilariously imperfect. A wild, playful tribute to classic circus by Théâtre Circulaire.

Theatre and performing arts

Digital Daddy (en français)

Thursday, 12 November - 19:30

DIFF - Lausanne

From 24.-

Kontakt - Puéril Péril

From Thu, 3 to Fri, 4 December

Usine à Gaz, Salle 2 - Nyon

From 15.-

Join Mickaël Délis in a hilarious one-man show questioning toxic masculinity. Explore true manhood beyond stereotypes—funny, insightful, and empowering.

Theatre and performing arts

Le procès de Jeanne Bloch - François Hien

From Thu, 8 to Sat, 10 October

Usine à Gaz - Salle 2 - Nyon

From 15.-

Unveil Shakespeare’s Measure for Measure like never before—Lucile Lacaze’s sharp, gripping reimagining of power, desire, and justice, where wit clashes with morality in a thrilling political thriller.

Theatre and performing arts

Autour du feu - Odile Cantero

Wednesday, 4 November - 15:00

Usine à Gaz - Salle 2 - Nyon

From 15.-

Kaguya-Hime: A 40-min dance tale for ages 4+ inspired by Japan’s oldest moon princess legend. Delicate movement and light celebrate freedom and choice for all.

Theatre and performing arts

La princesse est le chevalier - Steven Matthews

From Sat, 28 to Sun, 29 November

Usine à Gaz - Salle 2 - Nyon

From 15.-

Tiphanie Bovay-Klameth returns with a solo show about peace, blending humor and emotion as she brings vivid characters to life in a heartfelt, poetic performance. A must-see for fans of sharp storytelling.

Theatre and performing arts

Justices - Clément Papachristou

From Thu, 11 to Fri, 12 March

Usine à Gaz - Salle 2 - Nyon

From 15.-

Explore raw, tender stories of gay men’s first sexual experiences through Emeric Cheseaux’s raw and intimate one-man show with live recordings. A bold, emotional dive into adolescence, desire and coming in.

Theatre and performing arts

Feu au lac ! - Noé Forissier & Lou Golaz

From Thu, 18 to Fri, 19 March

Usine à Gaz - Salle 2 - Nyon

From 15.-

Emeric Cheseaux’s raw, moving one-man show transforms real gay men’s first sexual stories into a tender yet unflinching stage documentary with live music and sharp wit. A bold, intimate look at desire, shame, and coming in.

Theatre and performing arts

Gretel & Hansel - Suzanne Lebeau

From Sat, 24 to Sun, 25 April

Usine à Gaz - Salle 2 - Nyon

From 15.-

Moomin & the Comet: A family-friendly theatrical adventure (6+) where Moomin and friends brave a cosmic threat in a whimsical, musical show inspired by Tove Jansson’s timeless tales.

Theatre and performing arts

Marc - Julien Andujar

From Thu, 29 to Fri, 30 April

Usine à Gaz - Salle 2 - Nyon

From 15.-

Discover "Feu au lac!"—a dynamic puppet show by Noé Forissier & Lou Golaz revealing forgotten Swiss labor uprisings. Vivid storytelling with archival clips and live music for ages 12+.

Theatre and performing arts

Catharsis

From Fri, 21 to Sat, 22 May

Usine à Gaz - Salle 2 - Nyon

From 15.-

Meet Julien Andujar as he resurrects his late punk-rock brother Marc in a raw, poetic one-man show. A dazzling mix of humor, grief, and electrifying energy—where cabaret meets catharsis.

Theatre and performing arts

Meuuuh Nooon ! - Fanny Pélichet

Wednesday, 3 February - 15:00

Usine à Gaz - Salle 2 - Nyon

From 15.-

Discover Kaguya-Hime, a captivating dance tale for families (4+), inspired by an ancient Japanese legend. Poetic, luminous, and free-spirited—where dance tells a story of choice and wonder.

Theatre and performing arts

Moomin et la comète - Cie Ruya Connection

From Sat, 27 to Sun, 28 February

Usine à Gaz - Salle 2 - Nyon

From 15.-

A whimsical shadow play where a curious princess flees her castle and discovers adventure with a musician—blending humor, music and bold storytelling for all ages.

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Mesure pour mesure - William Shakespeare et Lucile Lacaze

From Thu, 24 to Fri, 25 September

Usine à Gaz - Salle 2 - Nyon

From 15.-

Discover a serene chamber folk concert featuring Fai Baba and strings quartet Amour sur Mars blending Swiss neo-folk and poetic Swiss German lyrics into soothing chamber pop.

Theatre and performing arts

Soirée théâtre au profit des échanges jeunesse

Friday, 2 October - 18:00

Route de Pra-Charbon 40 - Granges (Veveyse)

From 100.-

Discover laughter, great food & dancing for a cause! Enjoy a gourmet meal, a theatrical performance by Vulliens’ youth, and a 2000s DJ set—all benefiting global youth exchanges. A fun-filled evening awaits!

Theatre and performing arts

Gesture of Care : Sihr / Petra Serhal

From Thu, 20 to Sat, 22 August

La Grenette : Place du Marché 2, Nyon

From 0.-

MANUAL (IN ENGLISH) / Adam Kinner & Christopher Willes

From Thu, 13 to Sat, 15 August

L’Interlude – Bibliothèque : Avenue Reverdil 4, Nyon

From 0.-

Juliette Navis - TRILOGY : J.C + Céline + Pedro

Saturday, 12 September - 16:00

Usine à Gaz - Nyon

From 35.-

The complete theatrical trilogy by Juliette Navis explores conquering pop culture archetypes, examining money, death, and gender roles in a heterosexual couple on the brink of crisis.

Theatre and performing arts

Dans ta valise

Wednesday, 3 February - 14:00

Casino Théâtre de Rolle

From 0.-

Unnumbered JP model workshop—explore bold typography techniques to elevate your designs. Perfect for artists and designers seeking fresh, creative inspiration. Limited spots!

Theatre and performing arts

Transgresser / Giulia Belet

Wednesday, 19 August - 20:30

Usine à Gaz - Salle 2 - Nyon

From 0.-

MANUAL (EN FRANÇAIS) / Adam Kinner & Christopher Willes

From Thu, 13 to Sat, 22 August

L’Interlude – Bibliothèque : Avenue Reverdil 4, Nyon

From 0.-

MANUAL (FRENCH OR ENGLISH) / Adam Kinner & Christopher Willes

From Tue, 18 to Wed, 19 August

L’Interlude – Bibliothèque : Avenue Reverdil 4, Nyon

From 0.-

get [thefuck] on board / Melanie Durrer

From Mon, 17 to Tue, 18 August

Usine à Gaz - Studio - Nyon

From 0.-

F.O.B.O. / Cie Fluctus - Kevin Blaser & Faustino Blanchut

From Mon, 17 to Tue, 18 August

Salle Communale - Nyon

From 0.-

Kosmos

Saturday, 7 November - 11:00

Casino Théâtre de Rolle

From 0.-

Unnumbered JP model workshop: Master the art of Japanese paper folding without numbers—perfect for artists and crafters. Discover precision and creativity in this hands-on session.

Theatre and performing arts

Loretan et moi | Spectacle de Sara Oswald

Saturday, 14 November - 20:30

Grimper.ch - Villeneuve - Villeneuve (VD)

From 20.-

Sara Oswald shares her poetic love for alpinist Loretan through raw cello music and intimate storytelling—a tender solo journey of silence, mountains and lost passions.

Theatre and performing arts

The Navigator

From Wed, 2 to Fri, 4 December

Casino Théâtre de Rolle

From 0.-

Discover the art of storytelling through live theatre and immersive performances. Join us for an unforgettable evening of creativity and passion.

Theatre and performing arts

Adieu Monsieur Haffmann

From Tue, 2 to Sun, 28 February

Théâtre Le Pantographe - Vevey

From 0.-

Une Cellule grise pour deux

From Tue, 16 to Sun, 28 March

Théâtre Le Pantographe - Vevey

From 0.-

Le petit Prince

From Wed, 21 April to Sun, 9 May

Théâtre Le Pantographe - Vevey

From 0.-

Spectacle de l'Atelier 16-25 ans

From Thu, 27 May to Sat, 5 June

Théâtre Le Pantographe - Vevey

From 0.-

Une petite Lumière dans la Forêt la Nuit - jeune public

From Sat, 14 to Sun, 15 November

Théâtre Le Pantographe - Vevey

From 15.-

Laboristoire - Jeune public

From Sat, 20 to Sun, 21 February

Théâtre Le Pantographe - Vevey

From 15.-

Dessus Dessous - Jeune public

From Sat, 6 to Sun, 7 March

Théâtre Le Pantographe - Vevey

From 15.-

Brigade financière

From Tue, 22 September to Sun, 4 October

Théâtre Le Pantographe - Vevey

From 0.-

Nuit d'Ivresse

From Tue, 27 October to Sun, 15 November

Théâtre Le Pantographe - Vevey

From 0.-

Le Dîner de Cons

From Thu, 10 to Sun, 13 September

Salle des Remparts - La Tour-de-Peilz

From 0.-

Le Bobo trop stylé

From Tue, 15 December 2026 to Sun, 10 January 2027

Théâtre Le Pantographe - Vevey

From 0.-

TOUT CE QUE VOUS VOULEZ – M. Delaporte et A. de La Patellière

From Fri, 13 to Sat, 14 November

Café-Théâtre L'Odéon - Villeneuve (VD)

From 5.-

A witty two-character comedy by Lucie’s sharp pen—love, jealousy and writing collide when a neighbor’s help backfires. From the creators of Le Prénom, now in Paris.

Theatre and performing arts

UN SI BEL AMOUR – Gil Pidoux

From Sat, 12 to Sun, 13 December

Café-Théâtre L'Odéon - Villeneuve (VD)

From 10.-

Discover Jeanne Hébuterne’s untold story: a passionate muse of Modigliani, lost to history. Magali Leon brings her vibrant life, love, and art to the stage in this intimate, poetic theatre experience.

Theatre and performing arts

MEURTRE AU CAVEAU – SOIRÉE MEURTRE ET MYSTÈRE - Repas-spectacle

Saturday, 7 November - 19:00

Café-Théâtre L'Odéon - Villeneuve (VD)

From 80.-

CRÂMÉE

From Fri, 11 to Sun, 13 September

Théâtre de la Ruelle - La Chaux (Cossonay)

From 15.-

Crâmée: A raw, hilarious one-woman show blending dance, clowning and theatre about love’s messy, heartbreaking chaos. Sophie Ammann’s brilliant solo turns heartbreak into art.

Theatre and performing arts

Une chose après l'autre / Joëlle Fontannaz

Friday, 14 August - 16:00

Scène Nord : Chemin de Bourgogne 8, Nyon

From 0.-

Memory of Birds / Tania El Khoury

From Sat, 15 to Sat, 22 August

Parc du Château de Prangins

From 0.-

K.O - s p o r t / Cie SUPERSUEURS

From Fri, 14 to Sat, 15 August

Villa Thomas (devant le conservatoire de musique de Nyon) : Route de Genève 4, Nyon

From 0.-

Supra Poetico / Cie Nuit Corail

From Fri, 14 to Sat, 15 August

FarAway & la Soliderie - Nyon

From 0.-

LAUSANNE - Mélanjolie de Tristan Pierre

Monday, 12 October - 21:00

Liquors Club - Lausanne

From 20.-

Discover Tristan Pierre’s poetic stand-up Mélanjolie—a mesmerizing journey through memory, laughter, and tears. A rare, heartfelt show blending storytelling, music, and raw emotion.

Theatre and performing arts

La vie devant elle

Thursday, 29 October - 19:00

L'Echandole - Yverdon-les-Bains

From 5.-

Discover the powerful story of Elaha, a 14-year-old Afghan girl filming her life on the run. A moving film on child resilience in exile.

Theatre and performing arts

Animasuisse

Friday, 4 December - 20:30

L'Echandole - Yverdon-les-Bains

From 5.-

Discover Rouge et Bleu’s wild, DIY concert—where junk-turned-instruments and absurd energy collide in a one-of-a-kind sensory experience blending music, movement, and pure creativity.

Theatre and performing arts

Au fil du temps (variation 3)

Sunday, 24 January - 11:00

L'Echandole - Yverdon-les-Bains

From 5.-

Discover the best of Swiss animation at Animasuisse! A curated selection of 10 Swiss short films blending creativity, emotion, and artistry—perfect for fans of bold storytelling.

Theatre and performing arts

Stéphane Blok - City 8047, une ville en hiver

Thursday, 1 October - 20:30

L'Echandole - Yverdon-les-Bains

From 5.-

Unleash laughter as comedian Bertrand Tappy roasts PowerPoint, bureaucracy and corporate madness in a hilarious one-man show—expect sharp wit and unexpected twists!

Theatre and performing arts

60 Miles Trio + David Enhco et Marc Perrenoud

Friday, 2 October - 20:30

L'Echandole - Yverdon-les-Bains

From 0.-

Unleash laughter with Bertrand Tappy’s hilarious one-man show roasting PowerPoint, bureaucracy & corporate chaos—live revenge for endless slides!

Theatre and performing arts

Et Mouvances

From Thu, 8 to Fri, 9 October

L'Echandole - Yverdon-les-Bains

From 5.-

Discover 60 Miles Trio’s new album "5am," featuring David Enhco and Marc Perrenoud’s tribute to Chet Baker’s legendary jazz. Live recording celebration of 10 years of innovative sound.

Theatre and performing arts

Eve Aouizerate + Yacine Nemra (SOIRÉE RACLETTE)

Saturday, 14 November - 17:00

L'Echandole - Yverdon-les-Bains

From 5.-

Discover an evening of Swiss theatre & hearty raclette! Enjoy "La révérence" at 5:30pm, followed by a cozy fondue feast, then "La Mâtrue" at 8:30pm—perfect for theatre lovers and foodies. Choose single shows or the full...

Theatre and performing arts

Clément Grin + Marc Méan Fields

Friday, 19 March - 20:30

L'Echandole - Yverdon-les-Bains

From 5.-

Discover the mesmerizing one-woman show Sans faire de bruit—where Louve Reiniche-Larroche breathes life into five family voices through stunning lip-sync and movement, revealing trauma’s silent power. A sensory journey unlike...

Theatre and performing arts

Yom X Ceccaldi

Sunday, 2 May - 17:00

L'Echandole - Yverdon-les-Bains

From 5.-

Discover Stéphane Blok’s poetic winter solo City 8047—a live album born from Zurich’s Albisrieden, blending music, poetry, and reflections on past choices shaping our future. Intimate and thought-provoking.

Theatre and performing arts

The Bad Santas

Friday, 18 December - 20:30

L'Echandole - Yverdon-les-Bains

From 5.-

Leïla Huissoud reimagines iconic French songs with raw emotion—bridging eras, styles, and her own voice in a bold tribute to music’s power to connect. A mesmerizing dialogue between past and present.

Theatre and performing arts

Bouffer les pissenlits par la racine

From Thu, 4 to Fri, 5 February

L'Echandole - Yverdon-les-Bains

From 5.-

Discover Leïla Huissoud’s bold tribute to French chanson—reimagining iconic songs with raw honesty and original compositions. A poetic dialogue between past and present.

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