Two bicycle mechanics set to work repairing what appears to be an ordinary bike. But as soon as they begin, reality warps, catapulting them into a parallel world. There, their bicycle transforms into a futuristic ‘spacy bike’, setting off an adventure that is as wild as it is fascinating. The bicycle becomes the centrepiece of a techno-industrial symphony. In this fantastical dimension, they find themselves immersed in situations as absurd as they are surprising: flat wheels resonate like celestial gongs, mysterious magical forces are invoked to solve unsolvable puzzles, extraordinary communications are established via frequency-less radio... With boundless humour and creativity, this musical theatre show for two performers and a bicycle invites you to enjoy a unique experience, where reality flirts (blends) with the imaginary. Let yourself be swept away by this spectacular journey that promises to captivate and amaze every audience member!
Wednesday 24 March
Teatrostudio
10.- CHF
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A Swiss experimental music and contemporary percussion group with a strong interest in musical theatre and stage composition. The duo stands out for its originality and creativity. The rapport between its members is evident in their distinctive personalities, their outlandish ideas and their well-judged, skilfully measured humour. “ ‘It’s better than an MTV show!’”, declared the famous composer Matthew Shlomowitz. The duo, specialising in the music of composers such as George Aperghis, Thierry de Mey and Thomas Meadowcroft, formed and collaborated with leading figures such as Pierre Sublet and Simon Steen-Andersen (HKB Bern), Françoise Rivalland and Christian Dierstein (IMD, Darmstadt). Their collaboration with composer Matthew Shlomowitz marks a significant turning point. The duo currently focuses on stage composition, creating shows such as: Ils perdent le nord?!, The Third Extended Wheel and Salut George!. Romanesco Duo has performed at the Uberschlag Festival (Hanover, Germany), and on the stages of the Klimahalle Festival (Bern), Alternatiba & Plein air Voltaire (Geneva), Katapult (Thalwill) and Open Space International Musik Darmstadt (Germany). Romanesco Duo, winner of the Swiss Percussion Competition and the ‘coup de coeur’ prize at the prestigious Nicati Competition, has received support from Burgergemeinde Bern (Prix Effort Encouragement Award), the City of Geneva (A nous de jouer competition) and the Friedl Wald Foundation.
