A quick look at the season
Discover the 2024-2025 programme
Institut Florimont’s cultural season includes around ten shows that bring together all forms of expression. In this emotionally rich programme, a series of events are aimed at young audiences in a format that’s ideal for families.
Come and discover this venue, open to all, and enjoy a surprising and original programme.
Saturday, January 25, 2025, 10:30AM, followed by a snack
le tour du monde
Petit Black Movie – young audience
A series of short films presented by Petit Black Movie, showcasing directors from diverse backgrounds. This approach offers a rich range of techniques to be rediscovered, giving us news of the wonderful world of animated film.
Doors open : 10:00AM
Duration : 50 minutes
Recommended age : 6
Thursday, February 27, 2025, 7:30pm
Bill frisell
Festival Antigel – Jazz
Bill Frisell, a jazz guitarist influenced by Wes Montgomery and rock, stands out for his diversity of tone and his ability to embrace American sounds. A lyrical improviser, he emphasises the metallic sound of the strings, with or without electronic effects. Although trained in jazz, his music also incorporates elements of country, blues, folk and rock.
Doors open : 6:30PM
Duration : 75 minutes
Recommended age : suitable for all ages
Saturday, March 22, 2025, 10:30AM, followed by a snack
depuis que les monstres
Musical and visual show – young audience
Brrrr! Ooooh! Aaaaah! et Hahaha! Carried away by the music of Simon Aeschimann, illustrator Albertine and author Germano Zullo bring to life all sorts of imagined, intimate, or real monsters before our eyes. Adapted from the eponymous book published by La Joie de Lire, this performance, both biting and humorous, will delight both children and parents.
Germano Zullo, Text
Albertine, Live Illustrations
Simon Aeschlimann, Music
Doors open : 10:00AM
Duration :. 50 minutes
Recommended age : 9
Thursday, May 8 2025, 6:00PM
Laura thiong-toye
art exhibition
The artist’s work revolves around a daily painting practice that also extends to sculpture and installation. During her residency, she will create a new, original piece that will be unveiled at the vernissage. Other works will be displayed in a subtle dialogue with the students’ creations.
Presentation of the artist’s work : 6:30pm
Recommended age : suitable for all ages
Price : Free entry, reservation required
Thursday, May 15 2025, 7:30PM
Flowers
Fête de la danse – Contemporary dance
This performance is an outburst of emotions that expresses a new freedom of movement, drawing from classical forms such as jumps, turns, and partnering, allowing an exploration of the body’s limits and abilities. Lightness, simplicity, and freshness are at the heart of this surprising creation.
A new creation by Beaver Dam Company
Édouard Hue, choreographer
Alison Adnet, dancer
Alizée Droux, dancer
Édouard Hue, dancer
Lysandre Korelis, dancer
Doors open : 6:30PM
Duration :. 60 minutes
Recommended age : Suitable for all ages
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LINDA VEUT DU POULET
Festival animatou – young audience
This animated film, with its original, minimalist, and colorful graphics, tenderly and humorously explores themes of grief and mutual support, serving as a tribute to life. Viewers will be charmed by the young and mischievous Linda as they embark on her wild adventures, accompanied by captivating music—a true little masterpiece.
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Histoires d’eau
Orchestre de Chambre de Genève – classical music
From a repertoire centered around the theme of water, the OCG, accompanied by flutist Marion Ralincourt, will perform with students who will join the musicians on certain pieces. From Handel to the Beatles, and including Vivaldi, Takemitsu, Haydn, and Mannick, this evening will be a truly surprising and captivating concert of navigation.
Raphaël Merlin, Conductor
Marion Ralincourt, Flute
Sponsors/Cercle des ami.es
Joining the Cercle des ami.es means actively contributing to the promotion of culture and the development of younger generations. Supporting this programme goes beyond simply funding cultural events: it enables young people to engage directly with the artistic world, a stimulating environment that nurtures their creativity and critical thinking. Exposure to the arts helps them develop essential skills such as sensitivity, open-mindedness, and a deeper understanding of society. The cultural programme has been designed to provide them with inspiring encounters with artists and musicians, offering exchanges that aid in their personal growth and foster their development as engaged citizens. By joining the Cercle des ami.es, you are investing in the future, allowing these young people to broaden their horizons and become more aware of cultural issues. Your membership is a meaningful gesture that makes a difference in education and the future of the arts.
Join the Cercle des ami.es with a donation of your choice (starting at 150 CHF) and receive a VIP ticket with reserved seating for all events in the current season*, as well as a complimentary drink at each event (champagne, wine, or juice).
* Except for OSR and Antigel concerts
Recap of the 2023-2024 season
