Sax au Féminin

A story of Adolphe Sax, the brilliant inventor and champion of women's place in society.

What if the Saxophone and Saxhorn had been invented for women?

Come and experience a funny and poetic immersive adventure, blending theatre and live music.

On stage, four artists – one actor, three musicians – accompanied by 8 instruments of all sizes: saxophones, saxhorn, and tuba.

In a historical re-enactment, they tell you the story of Adolphe Sax, the brilliant Belgian inventor of musical instruments, and his actions in favour of women musicians in 19th-century Paris, the city of his famous workshop on Rue Saint Georges in the 9th arrondissement.

Then they will take you on a journey around the world to discover cultures and female performers.

The three instrumentalists will perform famous pieces from the historical repertoire and by female composers from yesterday and today. Classical, popular, and jazz pieces, composed by Wagner, Berlioz, Debussy, Ravel, Decruck, Bonacina…

An inspiring, surprising, moving, and entertaining family show that challenges our preconceived notions.