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

Nos vies de couloir

Saturday, 4 July - 20:00

Théâtre Barnabé - Servion

From 15.-

Discover Nos vies de couloir: a vibrant musical comedy performance by young talents from École CÔTÉ COURS. Secure seats together for an unforgettable show.

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

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

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

La Légende du Chevalier Vert

Sunday, 4 October - 17:00

Théâtre de Marens - Nyon

From 25.-

Live medieval musical quest where knight Gauvain faces the Green Knight’s challenge. A bold, poetic reimagining of chivalry with live music, stunning costumes and deep human emotion.

Theatre and performing arts

La Légende du Chevalier Vert

Saturday, 12 September - 20:00

Château de Grandson

From 25.-

Dive into Arthur’s court for a thrilling musical quest blending medieval legend with modern depth—live music, stunning costumes, and a daring journey of honor and self-discovery.

Theatre and performing arts

La Légende du Chevalier Vert

Sunday, 13 September - 17:00

Château de Grandson

From 25.-

Step into King Arthur’s court for an epic musical adventure where honor meets self-discovery in La Légende du Chevalier Vert—a dazzling blend of medieval legend, live music, and stunning medieval-inspired artistry.

Theatre and performing arts

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

Last chance

LES PAS PERDUS

From Sat, 27 to Sun, 28 June

Salle de l'Esplanade - Aubonne

From 15.-

Discover "Les Pas Perdus," a magical mosaic of life at a train station where strangers become characters in a timeless tale of encounters. Suitable for all ages from 10, a 90-minute theatrical journey by Patrice Bussy and...

Theatre and performing arts

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

Juliette Navis - J.C

Saturday, 12 September - 16:00

Usine à Gaz - Nyon

From 10.-

Juliette Navis performs a captivating solo show blending poetry, music and storytelling in a raw, intimate theatrical experience. Discover her unique talent and emotional depth.

Theatre and performing arts

Juliette Navis - Céline

Saturday, 12 September - 18:00

Usine à Gaz - Nyon

From 10.-

Discover "Juliette Navis - Céline," a captivating theatre performance blending artistry and storytelling for a mesmerizing evening. Perfect for theatre enthusiasts!

Theatre and performing arts

Spectacles de l'été avec Gianfranco le Magicien

From Sun, 28 June to Sun, 16 August

Amphithéâtre - Signal de Bougy - Bougy-Villars

From 0.-

Experience magic like never before with Gianfranco the Magician’s dazzling Les Cool Illusions—a family-friendly show blending awe, laughter, and impossible illusions at Amphithéâtre du Signal de Bougy.

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Juliette Navis - Pedro

Saturday, 12 September - 20:30

Usine à Gaz - Nyon

From 10.-

Discover Juliette Navis in a captivating performance of Pedro, blending raw talent and theatrical brilliance for an unforgettable evening of live art.

Theatre and performing arts

Glorious Bodies - Cie Circumstances

From Fri, 7 to Sun, 9 August

Théâtre Benno Besson - Yverdon-les-Bains

From 15.-

Digital Daddy (en français)

Thursday, 12 November - 19:30

DIFF - Lausanne

From 24.-

Une petite Lumière dans la Forêt la Nuit - jeune public

From Sat, 14 to Sun, 15 November

Théâtre Le Pantographe - Vevey

From 15.-

Dessus Dessous - Jeune public

From Sat, 6 to Sun, 7 March

Théâtre Le Pantographe - Vevey

From 15.-

Laboristoire - Jeune public

From Sat, 20 to Sun, 21 February

Théâtre Le Pantographe - Vevey

From 15.-

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Présentations Atelier Ados du Jeudi

From Fri, 26 to Sat, 27 June

Théâtre Le Pantographe - Vevey

From 0.-

End-of-year showoff for teens at Théâtre Les Trois-Quarts! Join the Thursday Teen Workshop’s bold performances—20 June 19h & 21 June 16h. Celebrate creativity on stage.

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.-

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

L'EFFET MIROIR - ZOO THÉÂTRE - Léonore Confino

From Thu, 3 to Sun, 6 December

Café-Théâtre L'Odéon - Villeneuve (VD)

From 5.-

Explore the surreal comedy of Théophile—a writer’s creative crisis sparks chaos with his eccentric family. A hilarious, fragmentary tale of mirrors, madness, and unexpected inspiration by Estel Fogo & team.

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

Atelier Pêche aux Sons - Les productions Hors Cases

Sunday, 9 August - 13:30

Esplanade du Château - Yverdon-les-Bains

From 0.-

VICTOR HUGO : VIVRE! - LECTURE PAR MICHEL VOÏTA

From Thu, 3 to Sun, 6 September

Café-Théâtre L'Odéon - Villeneuve (VD)

From 10.-

Atelier Oraliture - Pina Wood

Sunday, 9 August - 10:00

Préau Pestalozzi - Yverdon-les-Bains

From 0.-

Corne de Brume - Les productions Hors Cases

From Thu, 6 to Sun, 9 August

Départ Jardin Japonais - Yverdon-les-Bains

From 0.-

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.

Theatre and performing arts

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

La Crise

From Fri, 30 October to Sat, 21 November

Théâtre de la Corde - Moudon

From 22.-

"Dive into chaos & hope with La Crise, a sharp, hilarious theatrical adaptation of Coline Serreau’s cult film. One day, one man’s world crumbles—but unexpected connections rewrite everything. Satire, emotion, and raw humanity...

Theatre and performing arts

Le Dîner de Cons

From Thu, 10 to Sun, 13 September

Salle des Remparts - La Tour-de-Peilz

From 0.-

Une nuit à Berlin- Cabaret la comédie musicale en concert

From Fri, 11 to Sun, 13 September

Théâtre de Marens - Nyon

From 25.-

ESPECES DISPARUES ?

From Fri, 3 to Sun, 12 July

Théâtre de la Ruelle - La Chaux (Cossonay)

From 15.-

Discover a thought-provoking dystopian comedy exposing society’s flaws and threats to democracy. Suitable for ages 10+.

Theatre and performing arts

Last chance

Présentations Atelier Adultes Masterclass

From Fri, 26 to Sat, 27 June

Théâtre Le Pantographe - Vevey

From 0.-

Celebrate year-end theatre workshops! Masterclass for adults on 26 & 27 June—intense, inspiring sessions led by Les Trois-Quarts. Limited spots, perfect for passionate performers.

Theatre and performing arts

Croyez moi sur parole !

From Fri, 18 to Sun, 20 September

Kubus.swiss Cheseaux-sur-Lausanne

From 49.-

Discover "Believe Me—Just Take My Word!" an immersive show blending mentalism and humor to expose manipulation, cults, and blind faith. A thought-provoking dive into truth, meaning, and critical thinking.

Theatre and performing arts

Last chance

Présentations Atelier Adultes Théâtre Musical

From Sat, 27 to Sun, 28 June

Théâtre Le Pantographe - Vevey

From 0.-

Celebrate the year’s theatrical talent! Join the Les Trois-Quarts Theatre School for end-of-year performances by all ages—children, teens, and adults—showcasing music, acting, and improvisation. June 19-28.

Theatre and performing arts

Spectacle de l'Atelier 16-25 ans

From Thu, 27 May to Sat, 5 June

Théâtre Le Pantographe - Vevey

From 0.-

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.-

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 Bobo trop stylé

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

Théâtre Le Pantographe - Vevey

From 0.-

Omâ - Cie Bolbol / Roxana Küwen Arsalan

From Fri, 7 to Sat, 8 August

L'Échandole - Yverdon-les-Bains

From 0.-

Last chance

Mise à mort de Kévin

From Fri, 26 to Sat, 27 June

CPO (Centre Pluriculturel et social d'Ouchy) - Lausanne

From 20.-

A darkly funny play where a reluctant soul crosses paths with Kevin—who’d rather live than die. Sharp wit meets existential chaos in this battle of wills.

Theatre and performing arts

Une chose après l'autre / Joëlle Fontannaz

Saturday, 15 August - 17:00

La Levratte : Chemin de Pré-Fleuri 10, Nyon

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.-