Gessnerallee (Halle)

Gessnerallee, City, Altstadt, Zürich, Bezirk Zürich, Zürich, 8021, Schweiz/Suisse/Svizzera/Svizra
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Kommende Events (50)

Sonne, los jetzt! von Elfriede Jelinek

Do., 12. März 2026um20:00

Performance of Elfriede Jelinek's Sonne, los jetzt! at Theater der Künste (Bühne A, Gessnerallee) in Zurich on 12 March 2026 — a contemporary German-language theatre production.

«SCHÄLLEWIIBER»Pop-Up Mountain CompanyIm Anschluss: «spooning&entre.les.montagnes»ShowingDoppelvorstellungFeier Eintritt

Fr., 13. März 2026um18:00

Experience the experimental pop-up performance «SCHÄLLEWIIBER» by Mountain Company with a showing of «spooning&entre.les.montagnes» and a post-show celebration at Gessnerallee on 13 March 2026.

«SCHÄLLEWIIBER»

Fr., 13. März 2026um18:00

«SCHÄLLEWIIBER» is a contemporary performance by Pop-Up Mountain Company at Gessnerallee Zürich on 2026-03-13, presenting an experimental live-theatre piece in an intimate venue.

«spooning&entre.les.montagnes»

Fr., 13. März 2026um18:45

Sami Lea Samira Bernath performs "spooning&entre.les.montagnes" at Gessnerallee, an experimental live performance exploring intimacy, landscape and body through movement, text and staging.

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«spooning&entre.les.montagnes»Sami Lea Samira BernathDavor: «SCHÄLLEWIIBER»TanzDoppelvorstellungFreier Eintritt

Fr., 13. März 2026um19:00

Double contemporary dance performance “spooning&entre.les.montagnes” with Sami Lea, Samira Bernath and Davor: “SCHÄLLEWIIBER” at Gessnerallee Nordflügel on 13 Mar 2026 — free entry, experimental choreography.

Steps: Migros-Kulturprozent Tanzfestival«IN THE BRAIN»

Fr., 13. März 2026um20:00

Contemporary dance performance "IN THE BRAIN" at Gessnerallee, part of the Steps: Migros-Kulturprozent Tanzfestival, presenting inventive choreography and physical theatre exploring mental themes.

«IN THE BRAIN»

Fr., 13. März 2026um20:00

IN THE BRAIN at Gessnerallee Zürich is a ticketed contemporary dance performance by Shechter on 13 Mar 2026, presenting intense physical choreography and ensemble work in an experimental theatre setting.

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valse, valse, valse — Kurzversion & Workshop (Johanna Heusser)

Sa., 14. März 2026um17:00

Free short-version dance performance and participatory workshop 'valse, valse, valse' by Johanna Heusser at Gessnerallee, part of the Migros-Kulturprozent Steps festival.

«valse, valse, valse – Shortversion & workshop»

Sa., 14. März 2026um17:00

Shortversion & workshop of "valse, valse, valse" at Gessnerallee Zürich — a contemporary dance/performance presenting a condensed piece alongside a participatory workshop for curious audiences and practitioners.

2578 CHF

Steps: Migros-Kulturprozent Tanzfestival«IN THE BRAIN»Shechter II (GBR), Hofesh ShechterTanzTickets

Sa., 14. März 2026um20:00

IN THE BRAIN by Hofesh Shechter — a high-energy contemporary dance performance presented as part of the Steps / Migros-Kulturprozent Tanzfestival at Gessnerallee on 14 Mar 2026, featuring intense choreography and percussive movement.

Steps: Migros-Kulturprozent Tanzfestival«Dances Like a Bomb»

Mi., 18. März 2026um20:00

Contemporary dance performance "Dances Like a Bomb" by Junk Ensemble at Gessnerallee on 18 Mar 2026 as part of the Migros‑Kulturprozent Steps festival — an experimental, choreography-driven evening for contemporary art audiences.

«Dances Like a Bomb»

Mi., 18. März 2026um20:00

Junk Ensemble presents "Dances Like a Bomb" at Gessnerallee Zürich on 18 March 2026 — an experimental contemporary dance/theatre performance exploring movement and urgent themes.

ZFICTION.26: «Building the Mundane - The Ordinary Glamour of Production Design in Film»

Do., 19. März 2026

Two-day symposium exploring production design in film, ‘Building the Mundane’ examines the aesthetics and craft of everyday sets and their role in storytelling with talks and panels at Theater der Künste, Zürich.

«Fai Baba & Amour sur Mars»

So., 22. März 2026um15:00

An experimental performance at Gessnerallee, 'Fai Baba & Amour sur Mars' mixes contemporary movement and theatrical storytelling in a multilingual, artsy presentation.

Gesprächsreihe «Art in Conflict»

Mi., 25. März 2026um17:30

Discussion at Gessnerallee on 25 March 2026 as part of the 'Art in Conflict' series exploring art, education and self-empowerment in contested contexts; aimed at students, professionals and art audiences.

«Between Education and Art – Inspiring Self-Empowerment»

Mi., 25. März 2026um17:30

A conversation and presentation at Gessnerallee by artasfoundation exploring the intersections of education and contemporary art to inspire self-empowerment and inclusion.

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Art in Conflict

Mi., 25. März 2026um18:30

Art in Conflict is a bilingual interview-discussion at Gessnerallee Zürich exploring tensions between education and art and offering inspiration for self-empowerment; join in person (Stall 6) or via Zoom on 2026-03-25.

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OPEN STUDIO –

Do., 26. März 2026um20:00

Open Studio presentation at Gessnerallee showcasing the project 'Until They Hear Black Voices' — an experimental performance platform centering Black perspectives and artistic exchange.

«Until They Hear Black Voices»

Do., 26. März 2026um20:00

A contemporary theater performance at Gessnerallee amplifying Black voices and perspectives in a thought-provoking evening of drama and activism.

OPEN STUDIO – Ein kollaboratives Theaterlabor für Inszenierung mit Klang«Until They Hear Black Voices»Fazil On YuPerformanceMusikTickets

Fr., 27. März 2026um18:00

Open studio theatre lab "Until They Hear Black Voices" by Fazil On Yu at Gessnerallee — a collaborative, experimental staging with an emphasis on sound and interdisciplinary performance.

«The New Uncertainty – Disco Edition»

Fr., 27. März 2026um20:00

An experimental performance-meets-club night at Gessnerallee blending contemporary theatre and disco beats for a lively, artsy evening.

Gesprächsreihe mit Party«Die Neue Unsicherheit – Disco Edition»Fatima MoumouniGesprächTickets

Fr., 27. März 2026um20:00

Gessnerallee presents 'Die Neue Unsicherheit – Disco Edition' on 27 Mar 2026: a German-language conversation with Fatima Moumouni followed by a disco party, blending critical discussion and dance.

OPEN STUDIO – Ein kollaboratives Theaterlabor für Inszenierung mit Klang«Until They Hear Black Voices»Fazil On YuPerformanceMusikTickets

Sa., 28. März 2026um20:00

Open studio theatre lab "Until They Hear Black Voices" by Fazil On Yu at Gessnerallee — a collaborative, experimental staging with an emphasis on sound and interdisciplinary performance.

«CADELA FORÇA TRILOGY - Chapter I: The Bride and The Goodnight Cinderella»

So., 29. März 2026um18:00

CADELA FORÇA TRILOGY - Chapter I: The Bride and The Goodnight Cinderella is an experimental contemporary dance-theater performance at Gessnerallee Zürich blending movement and storytelling in an interdisciplinary program.

Association for Rights in the Arts (ARITA)«Monatliche Rechtsberatung»BeratungAnmeldung

Mi., 1. Apr. 2026um19:00

Monthly ARITA legal consultation at Gessnerallee offering artists expert advice on rights, contracts and cultural law; registration required.

Monatsthema: Undercover-Journalismus — Einblicke in verdeckte Recherchen

Mi., 1. Apr. 2026um19:30
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«Monthly legal advice»

Mi., 1. Apr. 2026um21:00

Monthly legal advice session at Gessnerallee Zürich offering practical guidance on common legal questions.

Programmschwerpunkt: Communities of Hope«Belonging Space»

Do., 9. Apr. 2026um18:00

Belonging Space at Gessnerallee is part of the 'Communities of Hope' programme — a participatory arts/community event exploring belonging through discussions and activities on April 9, 2026.

«Belonging Space»

Do., 9. Apr. 2026um18:00

Contemporary performance "Belonging Space" at Gessnerallee explores themes of community, identity and belonging in an experimental theatrical format on 9 April 2026.

«MASTEKTOMIE. Ein bittersüsses Abschiedslied»

Do., 9. Apr. 2026um20:00

MASTEKTOMIE. Ein bittersüsses Abschiedslied is a German-language contemporary theatre/performance about mastectomy and farewell, presented at Gessnerallee Zürich on 9 April 2026—an intimate, artsy, emotionally charged evening.

«Ich möchte nicht die perfekte Geschichte schreiben»

Sa., 11. Apr. 2026um19:30

German-language author reading “Ich möchte nicht die perfekte Geschichte schreiben” at Gessnerallee Zürich on 11 Apr 2026 — a literary event exploring contemporary storytelling.

«Anouchka Gwen»

Sa., 11. Apr. 2026um22:00

Anouchka Gwen performs at Gessnerallee Zürich on 11 Apr 2026 at 22:00 — an experimental evening concert blending live music and performance in an intimate arts venue.

Programmschwerpunkt: Communities of Hope«Anouchka Gwen»KonzertCovid Safer SpaceTickets

Sa., 11. Apr. 2026um22:00

Anouchka Gwen performs a late-night concert at Gessnerallee on 11 April 2026 as part of the 'Communities of Hope' program — an inclusive, safer-space event showcasing experimental contemporary music.

Writing Workshop: 'Ich möchte nicht die perfekte Geschichte schreiben' (Mani Owzar)

So., 12. Apr. 2026um14:00

A German-language creative writing workshop with Mani Owzar at Gessnerallee as part of the 'Communities of Hope' programme; attendees are asked to respect the COVID safer-space measures and to book tickets in advance.

1535 CHF

Programmschwerpunkt: Communities of Hope«Zusammensein.

Do., 16. Apr. 2026um19:30

A contemporary performance and program night at Gessnerallee titled 'Zusammensein — a plea for a society of reciprocity', part of the 'Communities of Hope' focus exploring togetherness and social connection.

«Zusammensein. Plädoyer für eine Gesellschaft der Gegenseitigkeit»

Do., 16. Apr. 2026um19:30

Public talk/performance at Gessnerallee on April 16, 2026 presenting a plea for a society based on reciprocity, exploring themes of community, solidarity and social responsibility.

«JUICE»

Fr., 17. Apr. 2026um20:00

JUICE — a contemporary performance at Gessnerallee Zürich on 17 April 2026 offering an experimental, art-forward live experience in an intimate theater setting.

Programmschwerpunkt: Communities of Hope«JUICE»River RouxPerformanceCovid Safer SpaceTickets

Fr., 17. Apr. 2026um20:00

JUICE — River Roux presents an experimental performance as part of the ‘Communities of Hope’ program at Gessnerallee; an artsy, socially engaged evening in a Covid-aware safer space.

Programmschwerpunkt: Communities of Hope«JUICE»River RouxMit anschliessendem GesprächPerformanceCovid Safer SpaceTickets

Sa., 18. Apr. 2026um20:00

Performance „JUICE“ by River Roux at Gessnerallee exploring 'Communities of Hope', with a post-show conversation; presented as a Covid safer space.

«Spaces of Possibility in Conflict Transformation Through Arts»

Mi., 22. Apr. 2026um17:30

A lecture at Gessnerallee on Apr 22 exploring how artistic practices create spaces of possibility for conflict transformation, peacebuilding and social change.

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Art in Conflict — "Räume des Möglichen" (Artistic Conflict Transformation)

Mi., 22. Apr. 2026um19:30

A talk at Gessnerallee (and via Zoom) hosted by artasfoundation examining artistic methods for conflict transformation and the ‘spaces of possibility’ for creative peacebuilding.

Migros-Kulturprozent disframe und Claire Cunningham Projects

Fr., 24. Apr. 2026

Spaces of Care and Companionship — a collaborative performance by Migros-Kulturprozent disframe and Claire Cunningham at Gessnerallee Zürich on 24 Apr 2026 exploring disability, care and embodied companionship through contemporary dance and movement.

Association for Rights in the Arts (ARITA)«Monatliche Rechtsberatung»BeratungAnmeldung

Mi., 6. Mai 2026um19:00

Monthly ARITA legal consultation at Gessnerallee offering artists expert advice on rights, contracts and cultural law; registration required.

«Alpha Boys – Research from the Manosphere»

Mi., 6. Mai 2026um19:30

Gesprächsreihe: Monatsthemen«Alpha Boys – Recherchen aus der Manosphere»SRF Investigativ & SRF DataGesprächTickets

Mi., 6. Mai 2026um19:30

SRF Investigativ & SRF Data present a talk at Gessnerallee on their research into the 'manosphere' and the 'Alpha Boys', unpacking online misogyny, networks and investigative methods.

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«Monthly legal advice»

Mi., 6. Mai 2026um21:00

Monthly legal advice session at Gessnerallee Zürich offering practical guidance on everyday legal questions.

Art in Conflict –

Mi., 20. Mai 2026um17:30

Screening and discussion of Nicole Vögele’s filmic work at Gessnerallee on 20 May 2026 as part of the Art in Conflict program, exploring invisible stories made visible.

«Making Invisible Stories Visible – The Cinematic Work of Nicole Vögele»

Mi., 20. Mai 2026um17:30

Artist talk on the cinematic work of Nicole Vögele at Gessnerallee Zürich, exploring invisible narratives and her film practice.

Reihe«Die Neue Unsicherheit – Disco Edition»Fatima MoumouniMit Party im AnschlussGesprächPartyTickets

Sa., 23. Mai 2026um20:00

Die Neue Unsicherheit – Disco Edition: a talk with Fatima Moumouni at Gessnerallee on May 23, 2026, followed by a disco party blending critical discussion and dancing.

«Belonging, Loss, and the Language of Art»

Mi., 10. Juni 2026um17:30