NOUVELLE VAGUE
Screening program celebrating the French New Wave at Kulturhaus Palazzo Kino in Basel. The program presents landmark titles from the Nouvelle Vague era, offering an intimate glimpse of quintessential French cinema.
THE NARRATIVE
Screening of THE NARRATIVE at Kulturhaus Palazzo Kino, a film that probes how stories shape perception. Presented in the intimate Palazzo cinema in Liestal, this screening invites viewers to reflect on narrative form and its social resonance. A thoughtful entry point for discussion and cinema fans.
Piano exercise
An intimate piano recital featuring 13 young musicians exploring big questions about music and meaning. Set at Gare du Nord Basel, the performance blends technical exploration with expressive storytelling as the students probe why they make music and what it can take them to. A thoughtful, family-friendly concert for curious listeners.
Nachtklang in the museum: "Cézanne and the music of his time" - Basel Chamber Orchestra
An evening of live Basel Chamber Orchestra performance paired with Cézanne-inspired paintings, exploring how music and visual art converse in a Basel museum setting. The program invites listeners to experience a dialogue between sound and canvas.
Cuarteto Quiroga
Cuarteto Quiroga performs intimate chamber music at Stadtcasino Basel, presenting refined classical string-quartet repertoire in Basel's historic concert hall.
Fachreferat: KI im Berichtswesen – Möglichkeiten und Grenzen
A focused lecture for professionals in government and social services on how AI can streamline reporting while acknowledging current limits. The talk surveys practical methods to automate data collection, raise compliance, and improve efficiency within institutions.
Geschlechtschromosomen - Balanceakte der Gene
Join researchers at Basel's Biozentrum for a deep dive into how cells keep genetic balance and what happens when it's disrupted. From human X-chromosomes to differences in malaria mosquitoes, this epigenetics talk reveals the control mechanisms shaping disease, evolution and health.
Tanzen und Brunchen
Dance the night away at Tanzen und Brunchen at sunbeach Basel. An outdoor, disco-flavored evening by the water mixing dancing with brunch vibes at Basel's beach venue.
Jorge Rossy Vibes Quartet
Jorge Rossy Vibes Quartet performs at the Jazzcampus Performance Stage in Basel on 24 March 2026 at 19:30, featuring Milena Casado (trumpet), Robert Landfermann (bass), Jorge Rossy (vibraphone, marimba) and Cornelia Nilsson (drums). Organized by Hochschule für Musik Basel FHNW, this concert offers refined modern jazz with intricate improvisation and tight ensemble chemistry.
Culture meets cuisine – our K&C offer
Celebrate the 60th anniversary of the Basel Museum of Ancient Art with Culture meets Cuisine at the Antikenmuseum Basel. This programme blends art history with curated culinary experiences inside the museum, offering a distinctive cultural evening that showcases Basel’s heritage and gastronomy.
From Algorithms to Explanation: Social Science in the Age of AI
Public inaugural lecture by Prof. Dr. Rosa Lavelle-Hill, expert in digital humanities and AI, at the University of Basel. The talk examines how algorithms influence social science and how AI explanations are formed, sparking discussion on technology, society, and data-driven research.
Alberts Tour: Wie Grossvater sein Fahrrad nahm und verschwand
Historian and cabaret artist Benedikt Meyer retraces his grandfather Albert Meyer's 1939 bicycle journey across the Alps in a three-course, storytelling cabaret at Kulturhaus Bider & Tanner. A memory-driven evening blending history, travel, and family mystery into a live performance.
Literatur am Mittag: Nietzsche in Basel
Join a midday literary talk at Basel's Schmiedenhof Library as Martina Kuoni explores Nietzsche's Basel years, from his professorship at the university to his writing life. This Literatur am Mittag event offers insight into the philosopher's daily life in Basel, with affordable tickets (Fr. 7 for library card holders, Fr. 10 without).
Nicole Johänntgen, Lukas Mantel
Jazz saxophonists Nicole Johänntgen and Lukas Mantel perform a duo set at Musikclub Lebewohlfabrik in Basel. Expect intimate, high-energy improvisations from two acclaimed Swiss players in a small club atmosphere.
Kaffichranz mit Frieda und Franz
Monthly cozy Kaffichranz for seniors at ELCH ELtern Centrum Hirzbrunnen in Basel. A casual meetup where seniors can make new acquaintances and share experiences in a welcoming, friendly setting.
Der Wilde Weisse (2008) – Film screening
Screening at FOR ART Basel of Der Wilde Weisse (2008), an 80-minute documentary about Swiss ethnologist Paul Wirz. The film traces his seven journeys to the South Seas and, decades later, a family quest by his son and grandson to understand his bond with Papuan cultures.
Sonic Boom: Phoebe Bognár & Co.
An experimental music performance at Gare du Nord, pairing live sound, imagery, and corporeality. Phoebe Bognár collaborates with Sasha Katsalap and Katherine Newton to explore bodies, space and time through an immersive, interdisciplinary sound piece.
La Cenerentola
Experience Gioachino Rossini's fairy-tale opera La Cenerentola on Kleine Bühne at Theater Basel. A witty, vocally dazzling production on Basel's intimate stage, blending elegant period design with stylish musical storytelling.
Theo Croker
Jazz trumpeter Theo Croker delivers an evening of contemporary jazz at Werk 21 in Basel. An intimate, high-energy live show featuring Croker's melodic lines and virtuosic improvisation in a club-like venue.
Beizemusig
Beizemusig at Alte Markthalle Basel on 24 March 2026 at 6pm—a casual, communal evening of live pub music in Basel's historic market hall, featuring local acts in a cozy, beer-friendly atmosphere.
Die Stimme mit Herz
Intimate vocal performance 'Die Stimme mit Herz' at Schall und Rauch in Basel. A night of heartfelt singing in a cozy club setting, showcasing expressive German vocals and a warm, attentive atmosphere.
Sylphe: Von Kopf bis Fuss...
An intimate, witty evening at Tabourettli as Sylphe performs German and French chansons by Piaf, Brel, Dietrich, Leander, Trenet and Bécaud, blending charm, humor and timeless repertoire in a cozy Basel venue.
KRACH
Rehearsals for KRACH, the second new production of the Basel season, unfold at Junges Theater Basel. The premiere is on 14 March 2026, with performances running through 9 May 2026. A contemporary drama that highlights Basel's vibrant theatre scene.
Sundays: dancing
Sunday dancing at ROXY Birsfelden turns the venue into a club-like space, with dancing and brunch on Sundays. An inclusive, social night-out for anyone who loves to dance, designed to be accessible for those who avoid typical nightlife; tickets are £15.
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