Grails, a lyrical mystery in three acts Excerpts from King Arthur by Henry Purcell (1659–1695) and compositions by Kevin Juillerat (*1987) for baroque instruments and live electronics. Libretto by Luc Birraux (*1989) Premiere at the Théâtre du Jorat in Mézières, VD, on 17 August 2024 Everyone knows King Arthur…
In this sunny concert, Mariana Flores pays tribute to the women of Latin America and depicts their loves, sorrows and joys in music with popular songs from Argentina. She pays special tribute to Alfonsina Storni, the great Argentine poet of the early 20th century, whose work left its mark on…
Created by visionary choreographer Mourad Merzouki, this show revisits the iconic Boxe Boxe by the Käfig Company and the Debussy Quartet, which explores the parallels between dance, boxing and classical music, infusing it with the vibrant energy of Brazil. It offers a unique stage experience combining hip-hop dance, boxing movements…
La Cité Bleue is honoured to host the second edition of the Radu Lupu Prize, a tribute to the legendary Romanian pianist who passed away in 2022. This edition is particularly significant, as 30 November 2025 would have marked the 80th birthday of this exceptional performer. Renowned for his deeply…
This concert offers a journey through the fusion of European and Native American baroque sounds, drawing in particular on the Codex Martínez Compañón, an exceptional collection of songs and dances blending indigenous, Spanish and African influences. Through the voices of the artists and young singers of the Maîtrise du Conservatoire…
A show designed especially for families, where little ones, accompanied by their parents and grandparents, are invited to sing along with the artists in a joyful and warm atmosphere. Carried by the luminous voice of Mariana Flores, the enchanting sounds of South American baroque folk music will resonate under the…
Les Dinos et l'Arche, a Darwinian opera, a dystopian fable Music by Thomas Leininger (*1981) Libretto by Tina Hartmann (*1973) and Cédric Costantino (*1974) World premiere in French at La Cité Bleue Alas, dinosaurs, the dream of children of all ages, have disappeared. Of course, books tell us that…
La Cité Bleue is delighted to welcome Natalie Dessay, one of the greatest voices in opera, and Philippe Cassard, a pianist of rare refinement. Their artistic complicity, nurtured by years of collaboration, gives rise to an intimate and vibrant recital, where every nuance, every silence, every breath takes on its…
Nour is afraid of thunderstorms, and to face her fears, she huddles in her memories. In each memory, she retrieves an object that will help her overcome all obstacles. How do our memories grow? How do they shape and nourish us? How can we share them? Haunting melodies and graceful…