Dates:
Fr., 11. Sept. 2026, 20:30–22:30
Lace up your skates (or take a seat in the stands) for a truly unique kinetic and sonic experience. In the middle of the ice rink, the **Orchestre de Chambre de Genève** performs a virtuosic selection of minimalist music. Built on looping patterns, these cyclical motifs draw you into a hypnotic whirl. The pulse of this exhilarating score is also driven by Canadian dancer and skater **Stephen Thompson**, whose choreographic momentum spins in constant motion. Armed with modular synths and custom-built machines, **YMNK** steps into the loop to inject a fiercely danceable electronic edge. Going round in circles has never felt so electrifying.
Please note that **it will be cold** at the ice rink (<10°C): thick trousers and gloves are strongly recommended to ensure you can skate safely.
_A creation at La Bâtie 2026, in collaboration with the Orchestre de Chambre de Genève and with the support from the Ville de Meyrin_
_Special thanks go to the Meyrin Sports Department and the Meyrin Skating Club (hockey and figure skating), which made the ice rink available during their reserved slots, as well as to the skaters Célia Bellamy, Asia Finocchio, Talya Grandjean, Timéa Oppeliguer and Chiara Pavia, who took part in the project._
Cost: Full price CHF 30.- / Reduced rate (AVS, AI, unemployed), UNIRESO, partner venue subscription holders, entertainment industry professionals CHF 20.- / Youth rate (13-20 y/o and student) CHF 15.- / 20ans20francs card CHF 10.-
Bookings: https://www.batie.ch/fr/programme/loops-on-ice
Image credit: Richard Xavier Veilhan
Source: Event information supplied by La Bâtie - Festival de Genève (official OpenAgenda) — OpenAgenda open-licence event data.
