74 upcoming theater events
LETTRE À MON DICTATEUR
Sun, 5 Apr 2026 at 19:00
Le Poche
French-language theatre piece Lettre à mon dictateur at Le Poche, directed by Geneviève Pasquier with Vincent Babel, featuring live swing by Pierre Omer's Swing Revue. A 1h40 show for ages 12+, blending intimate drama with catchy live music in a compact venue.
Bord de plateau: Lettre à mon dictateur
Sun, 5 Apr 2026 at 19:00
Le Poche
A provocative French-language theatre piece by Bord de plateau: Lettre à mon dictateur, performed at Le Poche. An intimate, sharply political monologue blending humor and critique in a compact theatre space.
Concert de clôture: Temps fort – Territoires Intimes
Wed, 8 Apr 2026 at 19:00
Le Poche
Closing concert of the Temps fort: Territoires Intimes at Le Poche. Amir Besmel and Defne Signoret deliver a suspended, warm, intimate duo in the theater’s salle after the show. Free admission; expect delicate, intimate musicianship in a cozy, focused setting.
Initiation à la calligraphie érythréenne
Wed, 8 Apr 2026 at 19:00
Le Poche
Join a two-hour Eritrean calligraphy workshop at Le Poche with AMIC, exploring Tirgrigna (Ge'ez) script, writing your name, and sharing a coffee ceremony and light snack in the theatre’s rehearsal room.
Murmuration by Sadeck Berrabah
Sun, 12 Apr 2026
A contemporary dance piece, Murmuration, by Sadeck Berrabah, unfolding in Geneva. The choreography evokes flocking dynamics and collective motion through precise, hypnotic movement, weaving nature-inspired imagery with intimate, socially charged performance.
Sur les pas de La grande ourse
Sun, 12 Apr 2026 at 19:00
Le Poche
Join a literary stroll, Mars Pugnace: Sur les pas de La grande ourse, an outdoor theater piece from Le Poche. Follow a poetic guide through streets from Rue Marcelle de Kenzac to Cimetière des Rois, past the Bastions and the Promenade, as live text and imagery unfold. An intimate, literature-driven performance blending storytelling with urban walking in Geneva.
Charlie Haid: Intensément Mentaliste
Sun, 12 Apr 2026
Bâtiment des Forces Motrices
Transformer nos imaginaires — le théâtre est-il nécessaire?
Sun, 12 Apr 2026 at 19:00
Le Poche
A thought-provoking theatre discussion at Le Poche, exploring how transforming collective imaginaries can shape storytelling and resistance. Fatima Ouassak and Inès El-Shikh examine the role of theatre in challenging oppression and why shared narratives matter for society.
L’entrée des artistes
Sun, 12 Apr 2026 at 19:00
Le Poche
French-language theatre piece 'L’entrée des artistes' at Le Poche. An intimate, contemporary stage production in a compact venue known for close audience contact, delivering a sharp, character-driven drama.
Les Perchés du Lac: Improvisation Show
Wed, 15 Apr 2026
Les Perchés du Lac present a fast-paced improvisation show in Geneva, riffing on lake-life themes and audience prompts. Expect witty scenes, bold characters, and playful banter in a casual, comedy-driven theater setting.
Théâtre Saint-Gervais
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 at 10:00
Théâtre Saint-GervaisRue du Temple 5, 1201 Genève
At Théâtre Saint-Gervais in Geneva, Submersion Games by Bryan Campbell presents an immersive theatre piece on an indoor stage. The production blends live performance with experimental storytelling, delivering a cerebral, artsy experience in a historic venue.
Madama Butterfly
Thu, 23 Apr 2026 at 19:30
Bâtiment des Forces Motrices
Puccini's Madama Butterfly at Geneva's Bâtiment des Forces Motrices, performed by the Orchestre de la Suisse Romande. Conducted by a guest conductor, this lush operatic tragedy combines shimmering orchestral colors with intimate vocal drama in a grand venue.
Antigone à la nuit – Vernier
Sun, 19 Apr 2026
United Bar, Vernier
A night-time theatre adaptation of Sophocles' Antigone staged in Vernier near Geneva, offering an intimate, contemporary take on the classic tragedy with stark staging and urgent questions of duty, family, and rebellion.
Floky la Loutre
Wed, 15 Apr 2026 at 10:00
Floky la LoutreRue de Carouge 44, 1205 Genève
An improv theatre night in Geneva featuring Floky la Loutre. Expect quick-witted scenes and audience-driven twists in a cozy Rue de Carouge venue, delivering a lively French-language comedy experience with spontaneity and charm.
DOUBLE JEU – improv show
Fri, 17 Apr 2026
DOUBLE JEU – improv show in Geneva delivers fast, funny, unscripted scenes and audience participation in a lively theatre setting, offering spontaneous humor and inventive storytelling.
Issa Doumbia
Fri, 24 Apr 2026
French comedian Issa Doumbia headlines a live theater show in Geneva, delivering sharp humor and engaging storytelling. An entertaining evening of stand-up-style comedy in an intimate venue, showcasing his charisma.
Submersion Games
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 at 20:00
Maison Saint-Gervais
Submersion Games is a theater piece at Maison Saint-Gervais featuring Bryan Campbell, delivering intimate storytelling and live performance in a historic Geneva venue. A thought-provoking show blending presence, nuance, and strong stagecraft.
Move Movie – La danse au cinéma 35 mm
Sat, 25 Apr 2026 at 20:00
Maison Saint-Gervais
Move Movie – La danse au cinéma 35 mm at Maison Saint-Gervais presents a dance-on-film experience in collaboration with ANTIGEL. A 35 mm cinema program blends choreography with screening in an intimate theater setting, offering an artsy showcase of motion and language.
Henry IV
Wed, 22 Apr 2026 at 20:00
Scènes du Grütli
A stage adaptation of Shakespeare's Henry IV at Scènes du Grütli in Geneva, blending Tudor politics and wit with an intimate venue famous for bold contemporary theatre.
46 Rue De Berne
Tue, 21 Apr 2026 at 20:00
Institut Florimont - Lancy
An intimate French-language theatre piece titled '46 Rue De Berne' staged at Institut Florimont in Lancy. This contemporary drama explores urban life with sharp storytelling and a focused, indoor venue setting—designed for adults seeking thoughtful, character-driven theatre.
Patrimoine des histoires qui n’existent qu’à moitié
Wed, 22 Apr 2026 at 20:00
Scènes du Grütli
A stage production at Scènes du Grütli exploring half-forgotten stories and cultural heritage, weaving memory and theatre into a provocative, intimate performance. French-language theatre at Geneva's historic arts venue.
Une Nuit blanche
Wed, 22 Apr 2026 at 20:00
Maison Saint-Gervais
French-language theater piece Une Nuit blanche at Maison Saint-Gervais in Geneva, offering an intimate, nocturnal performance that blends storytelling and live acting in a historic, candle-lit venue.
TWIST! The improv show where you twist the story
Thu, 23 Apr 2026
A lively improv show in Geneva where quick-thinking performers twist the story on the spot, guided by audience suggestions in a fast-paced theatre experience. A bilingual French-English performance with an intimate venue and plenty of spontaneous laughs.
Venise / Récit chanté d'un corps
Thu, 23 Apr 2026
Geneva hosts Venise / Récit chanté d'un corps, a theatrical piece blending sung narration with evocative imagery to explore the body's memory and inner stories on a moody, intimate stage.
Four à pain : récolte 2
Sat, 25 Apr 2026 at 20:00
Théâtre du Loup
A gripping French-language theatre piece at Théâtre du Loup, Four à pain: récolte 2 invites audiences into a ritual-inspired evening about harvest, bread, and community. Intimate staging, sharp storytelling, and vivid performances illuminate the stage.
Alhambra
Sat, 25 Apr 2026 at 10:00
AlhambraRue du Rôtisserie 10, 1204 Genève
Morning theater at Geneva's Alhambra. On 25 April 2026 at 10:00, this intimate live performance brings contemporary storytelling to the historic Rue du Rotisserie venue. Expect focused stagecraft, a compact setup, and a warm cultural experience in a central, artsy space.
Théâtre Forum Meyrin
Fri, 24 Apr 2026 at 10:00
Bibliothèque du Forum MeyrinPlace des Cinq-continents 1 1217 Meyrin
Forum Theatre session at Théâtre Forum Meyrin in Meyrin. An interactive drama where the audience can intervene and propose changes to the onstage action, exploring social issues in real time.
1+1 = 2
Fri, 24 Apr 2026
An English-language theater show in Geneva titled '1+1 = 2'. This indoor, conceptual performance blends math-inspired ideas with human storytelling, offering a thoughtful, artsy night for adults and professionals. A compact, intriguing piece that invites reflection on logic, relationships, and how we compute meaning on stage.
Tales of the Niffler
Sat, 2 May 2026
Experience Tales of the Niffler on stage in Geneva— a family-friendly theater show with playful storytelling, puppetry, and whimsical scenery. A magical fantasy performance perfect for kids and lovers of creature-filled tales.
Hé, Prométhée !
Tue, 28 Apr 2026 at 20:00
Scènes du Grütli
At Scènes du Grütli in Geneva, Hé, Prométhée ! delivers myth-inspired drama with contemporary sensibility. An intimate, provocative theatre piece exploring rebellion, curiosity, and the fire of Prometheus in a closely staged, evocative production that invites reflection on desire
Manger pour penser
Sat, 2 May 2026 at 20:00
Scènes du Grütli
A thought-provoking theatre piece Manger pour penser at Scènes du Grütli (Geneva), blending food, memory and reflection on an intimate stage and inviting audiences to think while watching this French-language performance.
L’École
Tue, 28 Apr 2026 at 20:00
Théâtre du Loup
L'École is a contemporary theatre piece at Théâtre du Loup. In a stark, intimate setting, it interrogates education, authority, and memory through precise directing and evocative performances. A French-language production likely to spark reflection and discussion among attentive audiences.
Uptown Geneva
Sat, 25 Apr 2026 at 10:00
Uptown Geneva2 rue de la Servette, 1201 Genève
International belly-dance spectacle by Leylet Hob at Uptown Geneva in Geneva. A vivid show of oriental dance styles, rhythmic moves, and live artistry in a stylish Geneva venue.
A Murder in the Closet
Sun, 3 May 2026
A suspenseful murder-mystery theater production in Geneva on May 3, 2026. This claustrophobic stage thriller delivers sharp dialogue and suspenseful twists in a gripping live performance.
Chaos Ballad
Tue, 28 Apr 2026 at 20:00
Maison Saint-Gervais
Chaos Ballad on 28 Apr 2026 at Maison Saint-Gervais is a compelling theater piece led by Samir Kennedy. This indoor show in Geneva blends intense lyric storytelling with dramatic performance for a thought-provoking evening.
Sokkyo
Sat, 2 May 2026
Sokkyo is a captivating theater show in Geneva presenting a new live performance that blends immersive storytelling with bold stagecraft, drawing audiences into a resonant, contemporary theatre experience.
Hé, Prométhée ! Dis-moi pourquoi je brûle...
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 at 10:00
Scènes du Grütli
A French-language theatre piece at Scènes du Grütli in Geneva, drawing on Prometheus to explore desire, revolt and the heat of human passion. This intimate performance blends myth with contemporary storytelling and invites audiences into a charged, thought-provoking experience.
Werewolves
Sat, 2 May 2026
A gripping theater production titled Werewolves (Loups-Garous) in Geneva, presenting a live, French-language stage performance that blends myth and contemporary storytelling in an intimate city venue.
CRU 4
Sat, 2 May 2026 at 20:00
Théâtre du Loup
CRU 4 arrives at Théâtre du Loup with a provocative contemporary theatre piece, featuring stark staging, lyrical language, and inventive storytelling in an intimate, French-language venue.
Dear Flesh Body
Fri, 1 May 2026
An intimate theater performance in Geneva that blends movement and text to explore embodiment and presence. 'Dear Flesh Body' promises a hypnotic, immersive piece with striking visuals and live sound, staged in a contemporary venue.
Danse | Cocréation | Pascal Gravat et Julien Mages – Compagnie Revolver
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 at 20:00
Théâtre le Galpon
A kinetic dance-theater duet by Pascal Gravat and Julien Mages of Compagnie Revolver at Le Galpon, blending poetics, live sound, and nuanced aging reflections as performers navigate time, memory, and staying connected to childhood.
L'immense Gala: Improv Dubbing Troupe
Thu, 7 May 2026
A glamorous gala by the troupe of improvised dubbing delivers witty, live theatre in Geneva—watch performers improvise voiceovers, blending stage acting with inventive dubbing for a unique, entertaining night.
Protocol H
Sun, 3 May 2026
Protocol H is a contemporary theater show in Geneva, delivering a provocative, well-staged performance with sharp dialogue, inventive staging, and a stylish urban vibe that makes the city venue feel alive.
À l'aune
Wed, 6 May 2026 at 20:00
Scènes du Grütli
À l'aune is a contemporary theatre piece staged at Scènes du Grütli in Geneva, offering intimate storytelling and precise stagecraft that invites reflection on perception, time, and memory.
Le Maxime
Fri, 8 May 2026 at 10:00
Le Maxime2, rue Sigismond-Thalberg - 1201 GE
Le Maxime hosts Rouge c Rouge Act II, a contemporary theatre performance at Le Maxime in Geneva. Part of Color My Geneva's program, it offers an intimate stage experience showcasing avant-garde performance in a chic venue on Rue Sigismond-Thalberg.
tabou
Wed, 6 May 2026 at 20:00
Maison Saint-Gervais
Tabou, a theatre piece starring Jean-Daniel Piguet, is staged at Maison Saint-Gervais in Geneva. An intimate, thought-provoking performance that probes taboos through sharp dialogue and precise staging, showcasing contemporary Francophone theatre in a historic venue.
L'amour c'est pour du beurre
Sun, 10 May 2026
French-language theater in Geneva: a witty, romantic comedy that playfully explores love and mischief. L'amour c'est pour du beurre delivers sharp dialogue, playful staging, and on-stage chemistry sure to charm the audience.
Four à pain : récolte 3
Sat, 9 May 2026 at 20:00
Théâtre du Loup
An intimate French-language theatre piece, Four à pain: récolte 3, staged at Théâtre du Loup. A contemporary performance weaving harvest imagery into intimate staging, offering a thought-provoking night of live theatre.
Symphonie Florale: Two Performances (11:00 & 17:00)
Sun, 24 May 2026 at 11:00
Institut Florimont - Lancy
Two live dance performances titled Symphonie Florale are staged at Institut Florimont in Lancy, with shows at 11:00 and 17:00. This elegant late-morning and late-afternoon program showcases a graceful fusion of movement and music in an intimate venue near Geneva.
Fouilles marionnettiques
Sun, 17 May 2026 at 15:00
Théâtre des Grottes
Family-friendly puppet workshop at Théâtre des Marionnettes de Genève with former Grand Chantier participants. Hands-on puppetry techniques, storytelling, and creative play in an intimate theatre setting on May 17, 2026 at 3:00 PM.
Trois Versions De La Vie
Tue, 19 May 2026 at 20:00
Institut Florimont - Lancy
Trois Versions De La Vie is a contemporary theatre piece at Institut Florimont in Lancy, weaving three interlinked vignettes about memory, choice, and life’s fragility. Performed in an intimate venue with precise staging, it offers thoughtful storytelling and a stylish, provocative theatrical experience.
Les Voyages Colporteurs / Kaldûn
Thu, 21 May 2026 at 19:30
Le Poche
A two-hour-plus musical theatre piece by Abdelwaheb Sefsaf, weaving three revolts across three continents to tell the story of colonisation, with a text and direction by Sefsaf at Le Poche in Geneva.
Les yeux grand fermés
Thu, 21 May 2026 at 20:00
Maison Saint-Gervais
Experience Les yeux grand fermés at Maison Saint-Gervais, a centerpiece of the Biennale d’art sonore et radiophonique, fusing live sound art and radiophonic theatre in an intimate Geneva venue for an immersive, thought-provoking evening.
La Vague
Thu, 28 May 2026 at 17:00
Musée d'Art et d'Histoire de Genève
La Vague is a live contemporary dance performance at the Musée d'art et d'histoire in Geneva, weaving fluid choreography through the museum's halls for a poetic, immersive evening of movement and art.
Insuline — Lou Lepori, Cie Théâtre Tome Trois
Thu, 28 May 2026 at 20:00
Théâtre le Galpon
Insuline, a radical theatre piece by Lou Lepori and Cie Théâtre Tome Trois, bursts with fierce words and collective staging at Le Galpon. A visceral, courageous drama that challenges bodies and language in a stark, intimate setting.
Atelier: réparation d'objets du quotidien
Sat, 6 Jun 2026 at 20:00
Théâtre du Loup
An intimate French-language theatre piece at Théâtre du Loup that blends live performance with a repair workshop motif, inviting the audience to reflect on mending everyday objects and the culture of repair.
Métamorphose – Chapitre 1 : P. et B.
Sat, 30 May 2026 at 20:00
Théâtre du Loup
An intimate French-language theatre piece at Théâtre du Loup: Métamorphose – Chapitre 1: P. et B. on May 30, 2026, blending poetic storytelling with inventive staging in a contemporary, atmospheric venue.
Les Racines du Ciel
Sun, 31 May 2026 at 20:00
Scènes du Grütli
Les Racines du Ciel, staged at Scènes du Grütli in Geneva, is a French-language theatre piece exploring roots, memory, and political conscience. A powerful, intimate drama that pairs sharp text with striking stagecraft on May 31, 2026 at 8pm.
Louise et Anne vont en Louisiane
Fri, 29 May 2026 at 20:00
Scènes du Grütli
French-language theater at Scènes du Grütli in Geneva: Louise et Anne vont en Louisiane follows two women on a journey toward Louisiana, blending intimate storytelling with striking stage imagery and a bold, immersive performance.
Wasted Land
Wed, 10 Jun 2026 at 20:00
Maison Saint-Gervais
Wasted Land features Ntando Cele in a bold late-evening theatre piece at Maison Saint-Gervais in Geneva. A provocative, intimate performance blending stark storytelling with immersive stagecraft, exploring power, memory, and meaning.
It's Got Legs
Wed, 3 Jun 2026 at 20:00
Maison Saint-Gervais
An intimate indoor theater evening at Maison Saint-Gervais with Samir Kennedy and Sean Murray. It's Got Legs delivers sharp humor, bold storytelling and on‑stage chemistry in a contemporary performance at a Geneva venue.
La B.O. du Chaos
Wed, 3 Jun 2026
Geneva presents La B.O. du Chaos, a provocative theater show by Les Troubadours du Chaos blending chaotic musical storytelling with bold stagecraft for an avant-garde evening of live performance.
Solstice d'été
Sat, 6 Jun 2026 at 20:00
Théâtre du Loup
Solstice d'été at Théâtre du Loup is a French-language theater piece delivering an intimate midsummer evening of poetic storytelling and live performance in a charming venue, inviting reflection, warmth, and shared theatre magic.
Scène Active
Thu, 21 May 2026 at 20:00
Théâtre du Loup
Dialogues des Carmélites
Sat, 27 Jun 2026 at 19:00
Théâtre le Galpon
Les Glycines
Sun, 21 Jun 2026 at 20:00
Institut Florimont - Lancy
Les Glycines is a French-language theatre piece staged at Institut Florimont in Lancy. This intimate drama invites audiences into a nuanced exploration of relationships and memory, performed in a refined venue near Geneva, with a focus on language, character, and atmosphere.
Nawell Madani
Wed, 20 Jan 2027
Nawell Madani brings her dynamic comedy to the Geneva stage for a night of sharp wit and bold storytelling. Expect energetic performances, clever social humor, and a memorable evening with the award-winning comedian.
Judith ou le corps séparé
Fri, 22 Jan 2027 at 20:00
Théâtre le Galpon
A staged dramatic work by Gabriel Alvarez at Le Galpon, part of the Ubu Wars Project, presenting Judith ou le corps séparé in a claustrophobic theatre of catastrophe inspired by Howard Barker, featuring Clara Brancorsini, Justine Ruchat and Soufiane Guerraoui with stark set design and lighting.
Actualités
Thu, 15 Oct 2026 at 20:00
Théâtre du Loup
Experience Actualités, a contemporary theatre piece at Théâtre du Loup, weaving current events into a provocative drama with intimate staging, sharp dialogue, and striking visuals in a compact Swiss venue.
Un Requiem alpestre
Fri, 5 Mar 2027 at 20:00
Scènes du Grütli
An alpine-themed drama staged at Scènes du Grütli in Geneva. Un Requiem alpestre blends somber musical motifs with stark mountain imagery for a contemplative, contemporary performance in an intimate theater setting.
Rien ne me sépare de la merde qui m'entoure
Wed, 24 Mar 2027 at 20:00
Scènes du Grütli
Provocative French-language theater piece at Scènes du Grütli in Geneva. The show uses stark imagery and sharp humor to explore alienation and the messy realities that surround us.
La couleur des choses
Fri, 12 Mar 2027 at 20:00
Scènes du Grütli
At Scènes du Grütli, La couleur des choses presents a contemporary drama that probes perception and memory, using intimate staging and stark visuals to reveal how everyday objects color our world.
TOUT VA TRÈS BIEN Arthur Jugnot & Laurent Ournac
Sun, 21 Nov 2027
Bâtiment des Forces Motrices
An evening of high-energy French comedy at the Bâtiment des Forces Motrices featuring Arthur Jugnot and Laurent Ournac, with eight actors delivering a brisk, irresistible show and a varied bill in Geneva's iconic venue.
SARAH SCHWAB « DU RÊVE À LA RÉALITÉ »
Sun, 21 Nov 2027
Bâtiment des Forces Motrices
A star-studded evening at the Bâtiment des Forces Motrices featuring Sarah Schwab's impersonations, Charlie Haid's mentalism, and a lively comedy lineup with Arthur Jugnot & Laurent Ournac, blending theatre and French pop culture in a stylish program.