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16 – 21 March

Lost love, mistaken identities, and non-stop laughs collide in The Servant of Two Masters, presented by the English language theatre in Geneva. In this fast-paced classic by Carlo Goldoni—adapted by Lee Hall—hungry servant Truffaldino attempts to serve two masters at once, only to unleash a whirlwind of comic chaos. Sharp, physical, and irresistibly funny, this is classic comedy with a contemporary bite.

In English.

18 – 28 March

Written by Julie Gilbert and directed by Lou Ciszewski, Quoiqu’il arrive. Respire. follows Joana, shaken after seeing a play about a young activist in which one of her pupils performs. Performed by Margot Le Coultre, the piece questions women’s will and capacity to fight—physically and metaphorically—and how to claim and hold space without being assigned a role. Presented in a portable, ‘portative’ form commissioned by the producing company, the staging favors close-up gestures, raw textures and a quietly collective imagination that unsettles certainties.

In French.

Wednesday 18 March, 15:00

Step into Hinatea’s story and move with the rhythm of Tahiti. Explore a small exhibition and library corner as you observe the Hei Tiki and the objects that shaped the tale. Listen as Hinatea tells how her grandmother helps her calm down before ‘Ori Tahiti exams, with gentle drums and ocean-like sounds. Try simple dance steps, feel the rhythms, imagine colors and movements, and share questions about tradition and courage.

In French. Kids ages 5 and up.

18 and 25 March

This two‑afternoon workshop teaches upcycling and basic soldering as participants build creatures from recycled electronic components. Attendees learn soldering techniques, circuit basics and hands‑on assembly while developing personal narratives for their creations. The sessions explore how naming and classification shape our understanding of living forms, prompting reflection on taxonomy, creativity and the relationship between DIY practice, science and art.

In French.

17 – 22 March

The play “Coloscopie d’un supermarché” by Marie van Berchem and Vanessa Ferreira Vicente, showcased at Maison Saint-Gervais, follows Melissa as she navigates the Micop supermarket, where she finds meat eerily resembling human bodies. Blending documentary with satire, the fiction critiques overproduction, the absurdity of capitalism, and manipulative sales tactics, delving into the pitfalls of a consumer-driven society.

In French.

11 – 18 March

These tours, designed for young children, provide a chance to dream, listen to stories, and experience the enchantment of the setting with every step.

In French.  Ages 3 to 5, accompanied by an adult.

Dates & timings:
Wednesday 11 March, 10:30
Friday 13 March, 10:30
Wednesday 18 March, 10:30 & 15:30

16 – 21 March

Lost love, mistaken identities, and non-stop laughs collide in The Servant of Two Masters, presented by the English language theatre in Geneva. In this fast-paced classic by Carlo Goldoni—adapted by Lee Hall—hungry servant Truffaldino attempts to serve two masters at once, only to unleash a whirlwind of comic chaos. Sharp, physical, and irresistibly funny, this is classic comedy with a contemporary bite.

In English.

18 – 28 March

Written by Julie Gilbert and directed by Lou Ciszewski, Quoiqu’il arrive. Respire. follows Joana, shaken after seeing a play about a young activist in which one of her pupils performs. Performed by Margot Le Coultre, the piece questions women’s will and capacity to fight—physically and metaphorically—and how to claim and hold space without being assigned a role. Presented in a portable, ‘portative’ form commissioned by the producing company, the staging favors close-up gestures, raw textures and a quietly collective imagination that unsettles certainties.

In French.

Wednesday 18 March, 15:00

Step into Hinatea’s story and move with the rhythm of Tahiti. Explore a small exhibition and library corner as you observe the Hei Tiki and the objects that shaped the tale. Listen as Hinatea tells how her grandmother helps her calm down before ‘Ori Tahiti exams, with gentle drums and ocean-like sounds. Try simple dance steps, feel the rhythms, imagine colors and movements, and share questions about tradition and courage.

In French. Kids ages 5 and up.

18 and 25 March

This two‑afternoon workshop teaches upcycling and basic soldering as participants build creatures from recycled electronic components. Attendees learn soldering techniques, circuit basics and hands‑on assembly while developing personal narratives for their creations. The sessions explore how naming and classification shape our understanding of living forms, prompting reflection on taxonomy, creativity and the relationship between DIY practice, science and art.

In French.

17 – 22 March

The play “Coloscopie d’un supermarché” by Marie van Berchem and Vanessa Ferreira Vicente, showcased at Maison Saint-Gervais, follows Melissa as she navigates the Micop supermarket, where she finds meat eerily resembling human bodies. Blending documentary with satire, the fiction critiques overproduction, the absurdity of capitalism, and manipulative sales tactics, delving into the pitfalls of a consumer-driven society.

In French.

11 – 18 March

These tours, designed for young children, provide a chance to dream, listen to stories, and experience the enchantment of the setting with every step.

In French.  Ages 3 to 5, accompanied by an adult.

Dates & timings:
Wednesday 11 March, 10:30
Friday 13 March, 10:30
Wednesday 18 March, 10:30 & 15:30

16 – 21 March

Lost love, mistaken identities, and non-stop laughs collide in The Servant of Two Masters, presented by the English language theatre in Geneva. In this fast-paced classic by Carlo Goldoni—adapted by Lee Hall—hungry servant Truffaldino attempts to serve two masters at once, only to unleash a whirlwind of comic chaos. Sharp, physical, and irresistibly funny, this is classic comedy with a contemporary bite.

In English.

18 – 28 March

Written by Julie Gilbert and directed by Lou Ciszewski, Quoiqu’il arrive. Respire. follows Joana, shaken after seeing a play about a young activist in which one of her pupils performs. Performed by Margot Le Coultre, the piece questions women’s will and capacity to fight—physically and metaphorically—and how to claim and hold space without being assigned a role. Presented in a portable, ‘portative’ form commissioned by the producing company, the staging favors close-up gestures, raw textures and a quietly collective imagination that unsettles certainties.

In French.

Wednesday 18 March, 15:00

Step into Hinatea’s story and move with the rhythm of Tahiti. Explore a small exhibition and library corner as you observe the Hei Tiki and the objects that shaped the tale. Listen as Hinatea tells how her grandmother helps her calm down before ‘Ori Tahiti exams, with gentle drums and ocean-like sounds. Try simple dance steps, feel the rhythms, imagine colors and movements, and share questions about tradition and courage.

In French. Kids ages 5 and up.

18 and 25 March

This two‑afternoon workshop teaches upcycling and basic soldering as participants build creatures from recycled electronic components. Attendees learn soldering techniques, circuit basics and hands‑on assembly while developing personal narratives for their creations. The sessions explore how naming and classification shape our understanding of living forms, prompting reflection on taxonomy, creativity and the relationship between DIY practice, science and art.

In French.

17 – 22 March

The play “Coloscopie d’un supermarché” by Marie van Berchem and Vanessa Ferreira Vicente, showcased at Maison Saint-Gervais, follows Melissa as she navigates the Micop supermarket, where she finds meat eerily resembling human bodies. Blending documentary with satire, the fiction critiques overproduction, the absurdity of capitalism, and manipulative sales tactics, delving into the pitfalls of a consumer-driven society.

In French.

11 – 18 March

These tours, designed for young children, provide a chance to dream, listen to stories, and experience the enchantment of the setting with every step.

In French.  Ages 3 to 5, accompanied by an adult.

Dates & timings:
Wednesday 11 March, 10:30
Friday 13 March, 10:30
Wednesday 18 March, 10:30 & 15:30

Saturday 21 March, 20:00

Part of the Festival Voix de Fête, this concert pairs Juliette Magnevasoa and the Geneva duo Beth & Patricia in an intimate evening of voice-led folk and acoustic textures. Juliette blends Malagasy roots with other influences, shaping a sensitive, living songwriting voice. Beth & Patricia mix guitar and cavaquinho, drawing on memories of Praia to turn nostalgia into tenderness on stage. The programme favours close listening and warm, immediate musical storytelling.

21 – 22 March

In Versoix, step into the world of chocolate for the 20th edition of this friendly, indulgent event, open to all. Young and old alike can sample creations from more than 30 artisan chocolatiers, admire chocolate sculptures, and enjoy playful, interactive activities. The stands delight the senses with rich aromas, varied textures, and vibrant colours, while short demonstrations showcase the artisans’ craftsmanship and creativity.

Saturday 21 March, 14:30

Matteo Zimmermann and John Menoud present a performative, musical reading of Francis Ponge’s Texte sur l’électricité, blending spoken word and live sound in an eclectic lecture format. The piece revives Ponge’s 1950s commission by the Compagnie d’Électricité, probing themes of electrification, modernity and the everyday with wit and clear-sighted poetry. The duo navigates playful rhythms and sudden surges of intensity, where language itself crackles and invites reflection and laughter.

In French.

Saturday 21 March, 20:00

The Voix de Fête Festival is set to host MPL and Les Fils du Facteur featuring 10 Doigts en Cavale at the Alhambra. MPL, celebrated for their captivating melodies and poetic lyrics, embodies free expression and artistic communion. Fresh off a series of sold-out shows, they are eager to present their new album. Les Fils du Facteur, in collaboration with 10 Doigts en Cavale, bring a signature performance blending sign language and music, creating an emotional and inclusive experience. It’s an evening where poetry and musical energy converge, promising a unique experience not to be missed.

19 – 29 March

Leonardo García Alarcón and his Cappella Mediterranea, in collaboration with the GTG Ballet, present the opera-dance Castor & Pollux by Jean-Philippe Rameau. Rarely performed in its 1737 version, the work delves into themes of brotherly love and sacrifice amidst a war between two peoples. The show features renowned baroque artists, including performances by Reinoud van Mechelen and Andreas Wolf. Dance is woven into the core of the dramaturgy, highlighting the emotional and musical depth of Rameau’s composition.

In French, with English subtitles.

21 – 22 March

Ateliers Portes Ouvertes 2026 brings together some 250 artists from Geneva and the surrounding region who open their studios for a weekend. The programme surveys a wide range of media — painting, sculpture, installation, photography, textiles and experimental practices — highlighting processes, material exploration and collaborative modes.
Guided visits and a programme of workshops led by artists such as Loréleï Nelle, Nell Lechevalier, Laura Rivanera, Paul Mégroz and Simon Frommel offer encounters with artistic methods and collective creation.

16 – 21 March

Lost love, mistaken identities, and non-stop laughs collide in The Servant of Two Masters, presented by the English language theatre in Geneva. In this fast-paced classic by Carlo Goldoni—adapted by Lee Hall—hungry servant Truffaldino attempts to serve two masters at once, only to unleash a whirlwind of comic chaos. Sharp, physical, and irresistibly funny, this is classic comedy with a contemporary bite.

In English.

18 – 28 March

Written by Julie Gilbert and directed by Lou Ciszewski, Quoiqu’il arrive. Respire. follows Joana, shaken after seeing a play about a young activist in which one of her pupils performs. Performed by Margot Le Coultre, the piece questions women’s will and capacity to fight—physically and metaphorically—and how to claim and hold space without being assigned a role. Presented in a portable, ‘portative’ form commissioned by the producing company, the staging favors close-up gestures, raw textures and a quietly collective imagination that unsettles certainties.

In French.

Wednesday 18 March, 15:00

Step into Hinatea’s story and move with the rhythm of Tahiti. Explore a small exhibition and library corner as you observe the Hei Tiki and the objects that shaped the tale. Listen as Hinatea tells how her grandmother helps her calm down before ‘Ori Tahiti exams, with gentle drums and ocean-like sounds. Try simple dance steps, feel the rhythms, imagine colors and movements, and share questions about tradition and courage.

In French. Kids ages 5 and up.

18 and 25 March

This two‑afternoon workshop teaches upcycling and basic soldering as participants build creatures from recycled electronic components. Attendees learn soldering techniques, circuit basics and hands‑on assembly while developing personal narratives for their creations. The sessions explore how naming and classification shape our understanding of living forms, prompting reflection on taxonomy, creativity and the relationship between DIY practice, science and art.

In French.

17 – 22 March

The play “Coloscopie d’un supermarché” by Marie van Berchem and Vanessa Ferreira Vicente, showcased at Maison Saint-Gervais, follows Melissa as she navigates the Micop supermarket, where she finds meat eerily resembling human bodies. Blending documentary with satire, the fiction critiques overproduction, the absurdity of capitalism, and manipulative sales tactics, delving into the pitfalls of a consumer-driven society.

In French.

11 – 18 March

These tours, designed for young children, provide a chance to dream, listen to stories, and experience the enchantment of the setting with every step.

In French.  Ages 3 to 5, accompanied by an adult.

Dates & timings:
Wednesday 11 March, 10:30
Friday 13 March, 10:30
Wednesday 18 March, 10:30 & 15:30

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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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