L'Arsenic (compound of Art and Scenic) is an important space for dance and contemporary theater. Opened in 1990 in the old workshops of a professional training college, it alternates between presenting original performances and shows on tour. The management is full of often humorous ideas to liven up the venue: Be sure to thoroughly read the writing printed in a spiral on your ticket. The very welcoming bar serves soups and sandwiches before (and after) the performances.
This large theater is a major center, well-equipped for conferences and exhibitions in Lausanne. The program is varied: regular recitals, musicals, ballet and opera are usually hosted here. Theater productions are also staged, often featuring world-renowned shows on tour. Visit Théâtre de Beaulieu to get your dose of enchanting performances.
A perfect evening activity for travelers with kids, the Théâtre de Marionettesis sure to entertain. Combining a great, fun-filled theater-going experience with the magic of puppeteering, kids and parents alike will be able to have a laugh and take a break from all the hectic sightseeing that tends to pack days of traveling. Featuring a different show every month, each telling a new and original story, there's no reason not to have a family night out in Lausanne.