4 & 5 April

Festival VIVA | SYNEINAI

VIVA is a performing arts festival in Geneva specifically designed for young people aged 12 to 20. Hosted at venues including the Comédie de Genève, the Théâtre Am Stram Gram, and the Pavillon ADC, the festival is a collaborative effort by various Geneva-based institutions. It offers a range of free performances from dance, theater, and music, while also providing youth with the chance to explore the behind-the-scenes world of artistic professions.

One of the featured events, SYNEINAI, brings together two classes around dance to promote connection and artistic expression among participants.

Place Beatriz-Consuelo,
1206 Genève
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