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

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.

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

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

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

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

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.-

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.

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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

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

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

Parlons du racisme

Sunday, 21 March - 17:00

L'Echandole - Yverdon-les-Bains

From 0.-

Explore the enchanting tale of Zaza’s lost circus of seeds—where acrobatics meet botanical wonder. Discover how history’s legacy blooms in this heartfelt, visually stunning performance.

Theatre and performing arts

Barbara, à la lumière du noir

Friday, 21 May - 20:30

L'Echandole - Yverdon-les-Bains

From 5.-

Explore mortality through raw interviews—voices on grief, rituals, love, and life’s fleeting beauty. A poetic theatre show blending memory, music, and unexpected connections beyond.

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

VICTOR HUGO : VIVRE! - LECTURE PAR MICHEL VOÏTA

From Thu, 3 to Sun, 6 September

Café-Théâtre L'Odéon - Villeneuve (VD)

From 10.-

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

Albert Chinet / Marie Jay / Sacha Maffli

From Fri, 9 to Sat, 10 April

L'Echandole - Yverdon-les-Bains

From 5.-

Discover the silent power of storytelling as Louve Reiniche-Larroche brings five family voices to life—just through lip-sync and movement. A mesmerizing one-woman show revealing trauma’s unspoken echoes.

Theatre and performing arts

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

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

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

Spectacle de cirque

From Sun, 8 to Sun, 22 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

ZZ — TEST technique (ne pas réserver)

Saturday, 11 December - 20:00

L'Esprit Frappeur - Lutry

From 25.-

Les grandes personnes - Spectacle CNV

Saturday, 3 October - 20:00

Le cazard - Lausanne

From 0.- / 0€

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

Full

Atelier Pêche aux Sons - Les productions Hors Cases

Sunday, 9 August - 13:30

Esplanade du Château - Yverdon-les-Bains

From 0.-

Boum Tschak

Sunday, 27 September - 11:00

L'Echandole - Yverdon-les-Bains

From 5.-

Discover the whimsical world of Rouge et Bleu’s surreal live performance—where scrap, sound, and absurdity collide in a one-of-a-kind interdisciplinary show blending music, movement, and pure creativity.

Theatre and performing arts

Full

Zazagrana + Présentation express de la saison

Friday, 4 September - 18:00

L'Echandole - Yverdon-les-Bains

From 0.-

Discover Zazagrana: A mesmerizing tale blending circus art and botanical wonder—where seeds spark acrobatics and a forgotten circus legend comes alive.

Theatre and performing arts

Faire paysan

From Wed, 10 to Thu, 11 March

Casino Théâtre de Rolle

From 0.-

Unveil the power of storytelling through live theatre. Join us for an immersive performance blending art, emotion, and innovation in the heart of live entertainment.

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

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

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

Leïla Huissoud - Je suis venue te dire que je m'en fous

Saturday, 28 November - 20:30

L'Echandole - Yverdon-les-Bains

From 5.-

Discover Walid Ben Selim’s mesmerizing fusion of Sufi poetry and harp, blending ancient Arabic verse with haunting harp melodies for a soul-stirring, spiritual journey.

Theatre and performing arts

Full

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

Tuesday, 18 August - 16:10

L’Interlude – Bibliothèque : Avenue Reverdil 4, Nyon

From 0.-

Ballet Junior de Genève

From Thu, 1 to Fri, 2 October

Casino Théâtre de Rolle

From 0.-

Discover Geneva Ballet Junior’s dynamic tour featuring bold new choreographies—Home by Jérémy Alberge, Revoada by Yuval Pick, and a third high-energy piece. Witness raw talent and collective brilliance from Switzerland’s...

Theatre and performing arts

BAM! Burlesque Afterparty

Friday, 2 October - 22:00

Théâtre de la Tournelle - Orbe

From 0.-

Gnocchi par le Teatro due Punti

Thursday, 8 October - 20:00

Les Caves - Versoix

From 0.-

Discover a touching play blending two cultures in one home—watch a mother cook gnocchi while her filmmaker son captures their bilingual life on film. A poetic mix of memory and storytelling where past and future collide.

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

Bestiarium

Sunday, 25 April - 11:00

L'Echandole - Yverdon-les-Bains

From 5.-

Discover Swiss animation at its best with Animasuisse! Ten gripping shorts showcasing creativity, emotion, and bold storytelling from handcrafted to digital. Perfect for cinephiles aged 16+.

Theatre and performing arts

Dégueu

Saturday, 12 December - 17:00

L'Echandole - Yverdon-les-Bains

From 5.-

Discover Leïla Huissoud’s bold new show—a love letter to French chanson. With Antoine Graugnard, she reimagines iconic tracks, blends eras, and weaves her own voice into the mix. A poetic, rebellious dialogue with music’s past.

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