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Wednesday 21 May, 14:00

Join an ornithologist for a guided walk through the botanical garden to uncover the secrets of the ivy, a plant cherished by birds and insects but often misunderstood.

In French.  Kids ages 6 and up.

Wednesday 21 May, 14:00

Join Laurent Vallotton, an ornithologist from the Natural History Museum of Geneva, for a walk through the Plainpalais neighborhood to learn how to identify and catalog birds. This activity is an opportunity to map the bird species present each year and uncover the richness of urban biodiversity. The event is co-organized by the BiodiverCité Plainpalais Collective.

Wednesday 21 May, 20:00

Join us for a special screening and discussion featuring the premiere of a biopic on Franz Fanon, an iconic thinker in anti-colonial discourse. The film highlights his time in Algeria from 1953 to 1956, a crucial period in which he formulated his ideas on colonial violence. The event kicks off with an introduction by members of the Outrage and Afro-Swiss collectives, and is followed by a conversation with Kanyana Mutombo, the director of UPAF and general secretary of CRAN. This event is organized in collaboration with UPAF, CETIM, the Outrage Collective, and the Afro-Swiss Collective.

In French.

 

Wednesday 21 May, 19:30

Modi, one of New York City’s top comedians, brings his Pause for Laughter tour to the stage with sharp wit and unique cultural insights. Known for his appearances on HBO, CBS, NBC, and Comedy Central, Modi has captivated audiences with his humor, often weaving in his Israeli heritage and personal experiences. With a background in investment banking and a passion for comedy, he has become a sought-after performer at comedy clubs across New York, Los Angeles, and globally. Modi’s celebrated career includes roles in HBO’s Crashing and Netflix’s When Jews Were Funny, and in 2018, New York City honored him with his own day for his contributions to the arts.

20 – 25 May 2025

In a 16-square-meter studio, “She” battles boredom by dancing, singing, and playing recklessly, enjoying the freedom of solitude. However, the arrival of a stranger disrupts this balance, turning her self-amusement into a need for self-control. The performance delves into the emotional conflicts between freedom and restraint, carefreeness and anxiety, joy and anger.

In French.

Wednesday 21 May, 12:30

Interview conducted by Manuela Salvi, journalist at RTS.

Born in Geneva in 1944, Daniel de Roulet trained as an architect before becoming a telecommunications specialist. Since 1997, he has devoted himself entirely to writing and has received numerous awards. His cycle of ten novels, La simulation humaine, traces the journey of science, from its triumph to the questioning of its excesses. He is the author of around fifteen essays and travel narratives, including Légèrement seul: sur les traces de Gall (Phébus, 2013).

In Frontières liquides: journal de lacs (Phébus, 2025), the writer-walker, familiar with Lake Geneva, embarks on a single mission: to travel around border lakes, meet their inhabitants, and understand how to share and protect this common good. From the erased borders of Wannsee, where the fate of millions of Jews was decided, to Lake Victoria, where more than half of the fish stocks have disappeared in the last decade, passing through the Courland Lagoon, where Sartre and Beauvoir sealed the posthumous fate of Thomas Mann, the writer captures with sensitivity, poetry, and humor, submerged or tangible worlds.

In French.

Wednesday 21 May, 14:00

Join an ornithologist for a guided walk through the botanical garden to uncover the secrets of the ivy, a plant cherished by birds and insects but often misunderstood.

In French.  Kids ages 6 and up.

Wednesday 21 May, 14:00

Join Laurent Vallotton, an ornithologist from the Natural History Museum of Geneva, for a walk through the Plainpalais neighborhood to learn how to identify and catalog birds. This activity is an opportunity to map the bird species present each year and uncover the richness of urban biodiversity. The event is co-organized by the BiodiverCité Plainpalais Collective.

Wednesday 21 May, 20:00

Join us for a special screening and discussion featuring the premiere of a biopic on Franz Fanon, an iconic thinker in anti-colonial discourse. The film highlights his time in Algeria from 1953 to 1956, a crucial period in which he formulated his ideas on colonial violence. The event kicks off with an introduction by members of the Outrage and Afro-Swiss collectives, and is followed by a conversation with Kanyana Mutombo, the director of UPAF and general secretary of CRAN. This event is organized in collaboration with UPAF, CETIM, the Outrage Collective, and the Afro-Swiss Collective.

In French.

 

Wednesday 21 May, 19:30

Modi, one of New York City’s top comedians, brings his Pause for Laughter tour to the stage with sharp wit and unique cultural insights. Known for his appearances on HBO, CBS, NBC, and Comedy Central, Modi has captivated audiences with his humor, often weaving in his Israeli heritage and personal experiences. With a background in investment banking and a passion for comedy, he has become a sought-after performer at comedy clubs across New York, Los Angeles, and globally. Modi’s celebrated career includes roles in HBO’s Crashing and Netflix’s When Jews Were Funny, and in 2018, New York City honored him with his own day for his contributions to the arts.

20 – 25 May 2025

In a 16-square-meter studio, “She” battles boredom by dancing, singing, and playing recklessly, enjoying the freedom of solitude. However, the arrival of a stranger disrupts this balance, turning her self-amusement into a need for self-control. The performance delves into the emotional conflicts between freedom and restraint, carefreeness and anxiety, joy and anger.

In French.

Wednesday 21 May, 12:30

Interview conducted by Manuela Salvi, journalist at RTS.

Born in Geneva in 1944, Daniel de Roulet trained as an architect before becoming a telecommunications specialist. Since 1997, he has devoted himself entirely to writing and has received numerous awards. His cycle of ten novels, La simulation humaine, traces the journey of science, from its triumph to the questioning of its excesses. He is the author of around fifteen essays and travel narratives, including Légèrement seul: sur les traces de Gall (Phébus, 2013).

In Frontières liquides: journal de lacs (Phébus, 2025), the writer-walker, familiar with Lake Geneva, embarks on a single mission: to travel around border lakes, meet their inhabitants, and understand how to share and protect this common good. From the erased borders of Wannsee, where the fate of millions of Jews was decided, to Lake Victoria, where more than half of the fish stocks have disappeared in the last decade, passing through the Courland Lagoon, where Sartre and Beauvoir sealed the posthumous fate of Thomas Mann, the writer captures with sensitivity, poetry, and humor, submerged or tangible worlds.

In French.

Wednesday 21 May, 14:00

Join an ornithologist for a guided walk through the botanical garden to uncover the secrets of the ivy, a plant cherished by birds and insects but often misunderstood.

In French.  Kids ages 6 and up.

Wednesday 21 May, 14:00

Join Laurent Vallotton, an ornithologist from the Natural History Museum of Geneva, for a walk through the Plainpalais neighborhood to learn how to identify and catalog birds. This activity is an opportunity to map the bird species present each year and uncover the richness of urban biodiversity. The event is co-organized by the BiodiverCité Plainpalais Collective.

Wednesday 21 May, 20:00

Join us for a special screening and discussion featuring the premiere of a biopic on Franz Fanon, an iconic thinker in anti-colonial discourse. The film highlights his time in Algeria from 1953 to 1956, a crucial period in which he formulated his ideas on colonial violence. The event kicks off with an introduction by members of the Outrage and Afro-Swiss collectives, and is followed by a conversation with Kanyana Mutombo, the director of UPAF and general secretary of CRAN. This event is organized in collaboration with UPAF, CETIM, the Outrage Collective, and the Afro-Swiss Collective.

In French.

 

Wednesday 21 May, 19:30

Modi, one of New York City’s top comedians, brings his Pause for Laughter tour to the stage with sharp wit and unique cultural insights. Known for his appearances on HBO, CBS, NBC, and Comedy Central, Modi has captivated audiences with his humor, often weaving in his Israeli heritage and personal experiences. With a background in investment banking and a passion for comedy, he has become a sought-after performer at comedy clubs across New York, Los Angeles, and globally. Modi’s celebrated career includes roles in HBO’s Crashing and Netflix’s When Jews Were Funny, and in 2018, New York City honored him with his own day for his contributions to the arts.

20 – 25 May 2025

In a 16-square-meter studio, “She” battles boredom by dancing, singing, and playing recklessly, enjoying the freedom of solitude. However, the arrival of a stranger disrupts this balance, turning her self-amusement into a need for self-control. The performance delves into the emotional conflicts between freedom and restraint, carefreeness and anxiety, joy and anger.

In French.

Wednesday 21 May, 12:30

Interview conducted by Manuela Salvi, journalist at RTS.

Born in Geneva in 1944, Daniel de Roulet trained as an architect before becoming a telecommunications specialist. Since 1997, he has devoted himself entirely to writing and has received numerous awards. His cycle of ten novels, La simulation humaine, traces the journey of science, from its triumph to the questioning of its excesses. He is the author of around fifteen essays and travel narratives, including Légèrement seul: sur les traces de Gall (Phébus, 2013).

In Frontières liquides: journal de lacs (Phébus, 2025), the writer-walker, familiar with Lake Geneva, embarks on a single mission: to travel around border lakes, meet their inhabitants, and understand how to share and protect this common good. From the erased borders of Wannsee, where the fate of millions of Jews was decided, to Lake Victoria, where more than half of the fish stocks have disappeared in the last decade, passing through the Courland Lagoon, where Sartre and Beauvoir sealed the posthumous fate of Thomas Mann, the writer captures with sensitivity, poetry, and humor, submerged or tangible worlds.

In French.

17 – 24 May

The communes of Bernex and Confignon are hosting the Festival of Sustainability to highlight environmentally friendly local practices. The Festival de la Durabilité offers a space for reflection and learning on sustainable lifestyles, featuring activities across various locations in both communes.

15 – 25 May

La Cour des Contes is a captivating oral literature festival that has enchanted the town of Plan-les-Ouates for nearly 30 years, becoming a key event in the French-speaking world. Blending ancient myths with modern issues, the festival offers a rich and diverse program.

While family-friendly tales delight young audiences, the teen/adult program invites reflection and exploration. Highlights include Philippe Imbert’s clever take on princess stereotypes, Jennifer Anderson’s journey through the polar night and Indigenous climate concerns, and Pascal Mitsuru Guéran’s dive into Japan’s mysterious voluntary disappearances in Les évaporés du Japon. With over 50 performances, there’s much more to discover.

24 & 25 May

FURTHER AFIELD

Le Sommet is a captivating performance that delves into the complex dynamics of personal ambition and societal expectations, offering a thought-provoking and immersive experience. The show blurs the lines between success, failure, and self-realization, leaving a lasting impact on its audience.

Le Théâtre de Vidy provides a shuttle bus service between Lausanne and Geneva for select performances. For Le Sommet, return shuttles to Geneva are available on Saturday 24 May at 20:20 and Sunday 25 May at 18:20. Additional shuttle departures may be available earlier on both days, depending on availability. Don’t miss the chance to experience Le Sommet alongside other offerings such as Tapajós by Gabriela Carneiro da Cunha and a writing workshop with Cecilia Moya Rivera.

Shuttle reservations:

May 24: https://billetterie.vidy.ch/selection/service?productId=10229208676731

May 25: https://billetterie.vidy.ch/selection/service?productId=10229208676732

23 – 25 May

Cabaret en chantier, a 2025 production by TMG, invites audiences into a whimsical construction site where surprises await behind every door. Like wandering through an enchanted house still being built, visitors encounter three inventive short-form puppet pieces born from TMG’s 2024–2025 open call, along with magical “lambé lambé” boxes hidden around the venue. Blending curiosity, creativity, and play, this immersive theatrical journey celebrates emerging marionette art in all its quirky brilliance — open to all, ages 9 and up.

In French.  Ages 9 and up.

Saturday 24 May, 10:00

The upcoming edition of the “caves ouvertes”  in Geneva invites the public to explore nearly 80 wineries across the canton. This event offers a chance to discover the 2024 vintage and 2023 crus while strolling through Geneva’s distinctive wine regions.

Saturday 24 May, 15:00

Explore Demain is hosting a block party to celebrate street culture, featuring DJs Vincz Lee and Klash alongside Issa Vibe, a dynamic traveling concept spotlighting hip-hop and R&B vibes. Created by two veterans of Geneva’s nightlife, Issa Vibe is renowned for its accessibility and infectious energy, making this event a must-attend highlight of the urban music scene.

Wednesday 21 May, 14:00

Join an ornithologist for a guided walk through the botanical garden to uncover the secrets of the ivy, a plant cherished by birds and insects but often misunderstood.

In French.  Kids ages 6 and up.

Wednesday 21 May, 14:00

Join Laurent Vallotton, an ornithologist from the Natural History Museum of Geneva, for a walk through the Plainpalais neighborhood to learn how to identify and catalog birds. This activity is an opportunity to map the bird species present each year and uncover the richness of urban biodiversity. The event is co-organized by the BiodiverCité Plainpalais Collective.

Wednesday 21 May, 20:00

Join us for a special screening and discussion featuring the premiere of a biopic on Franz Fanon, an iconic thinker in anti-colonial discourse. The film highlights his time in Algeria from 1953 to 1956, a crucial period in which he formulated his ideas on colonial violence. The event kicks off with an introduction by members of the Outrage and Afro-Swiss collectives, and is followed by a conversation with Kanyana Mutombo, the director of UPAF and general secretary of CRAN. This event is organized in collaboration with UPAF, CETIM, the Outrage Collective, and the Afro-Swiss Collective.

In French.

 

Wednesday 21 May, 19:30

Modi, one of New York City’s top comedians, brings his Pause for Laughter tour to the stage with sharp wit and unique cultural insights. Known for his appearances on HBO, CBS, NBC, and Comedy Central, Modi has captivated audiences with his humor, often weaving in his Israeli heritage and personal experiences. With a background in investment banking and a passion for comedy, he has become a sought-after performer at comedy clubs across New York, Los Angeles, and globally. Modi’s celebrated career includes roles in HBO’s Crashing and Netflix’s When Jews Were Funny, and in 2018, New York City honored him with his own day for his contributions to the arts.

20 – 25 May 2025

In a 16-square-meter studio, “She” battles boredom by dancing, singing, and playing recklessly, enjoying the freedom of solitude. However, the arrival of a stranger disrupts this balance, turning her self-amusement into a need for self-control. The performance delves into the emotional conflicts between freedom and restraint, carefreeness and anxiety, joy and anger.

In French.

Wednesday 21 May, 12:30

Interview conducted by Manuela Salvi, journalist at RTS.

Born in Geneva in 1944, Daniel de Roulet trained as an architect before becoming a telecommunications specialist. Since 1997, he has devoted himself entirely to writing and has received numerous awards. His cycle of ten novels, La simulation humaine, traces the journey of science, from its triumph to the questioning of its excesses. He is the author of around fifteen essays and travel narratives, including Légèrement seul: sur les traces de Gall (Phébus, 2013).

In Frontières liquides: journal de lacs (Phébus, 2025), the writer-walker, familiar with Lake Geneva, embarks on a single mission: to travel around border lakes, meet their inhabitants, and understand how to share and protect this common good. From the erased borders of Wannsee, where the fate of millions of Jews was decided, to Lake Victoria, where more than half of the fish stocks have disappeared in the last decade, passing through the Courland Lagoon, where Sartre and Beauvoir sealed the posthumous fate of Thomas Mann, the writer captures with sensitivity, poetry, and humor, submerged or tangible worlds.

In French.

Geneva Classics

Visiting for the first time? A quick guide to the city’s top attractions.

The MEG is a renowned museum dedicated to the exploration and presentation of cultural diversity from around the world. Located in the heart of Geneva, it houses an extensive collection of over 80,000 objects, including artifacts, textiles, and artworks that highlight the rich traditions and histories of various communities. The museum emphasizes interactive and immersive exhibitions, engaging visitors with contemporary issues related to culture and identity.

Cool fact: The e-MEG app serves as a digital twin of the permanent exhibition, providing an audio guide and detailed descriptions along with photographs of all displayed objects.

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Since its opening in 1994, the MAMCO Geneva (Musée d’art moderne et contemporain)  has staged 450 exhibitions with works dating from the 1960s to the present day. Mamco’s holdings include works by Christo, Martin Kippenberger, Jenny Holzer, Dan Flavin, Sarkis, Franz Erhard Walther and Sylvie Fleury, among many others.

Cool fact: The MAMCO is the epicenter of the “Nuit des Bains”, held three times a year.  During this event, the district around the museum is transformed into a large gallery and attracts thousands of art lovers and sightseers each night.

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With a collection of 27,000 items from Switzerland, Europe and the Middle and Far East, and a witness to twelve centuries of ceramic art from the Middle Ages to modern times, the Ariana is one of Europe’s great museums specializing in glass and ceramics.

Cool fact: On the first Sunday of each month, the Ariana Museum opens its temporary exhibitions to the public.

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