Benno Besson Theatre: children's shows in Yverdon

A great theater in the heart of Yverdon

The Théâtre Benno Besson, often referred to by locals as the TBB, is the main stage of Yverdon-les-Bains. Located on Rue du Casino, just steps from the center, it hosts a varied program throughout the year, with a significant portion dedicated to young audiences. Each theater season, from autumn to spring, shows designed for families come to dazzle children's eyes. The theater works hand in hand with L'Échandole, the other stage in Yverdon, to offer a rich and complementary program for young audiences. It is the perfect place to introduce your children to the joy of live performance.

What your children will discover

Your children will discover the magic of live performance: the lights dimming, the silence before the curtain rises, the shared emotion in the audience. The young audience program mixes genres: theater, dance, puppetry, clowning, musical theater, and visual or object performances. There is something for all ages, from toddlers to pre-teens. Throughout the season, workshops and meetings are also organized around the performances, in class or outside of school. It is a lively way to develop imagination, listening skills, and a taste for stories.

What to expect and the atmosphere on site

A trip to the theater is a little family event. You arrive a bit early, settle in, explore the hall, and then let yourself be carried away by the performance. The young audience performances are tailored to the announced age, both in duration and content, so that both young and old have a good time. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, conducive to a first theater experience. The program changes each season: check the young audience page on the official website to discover the shows on offer and the recommended ages, and to book your tickets.

Before you go

• Recommended age: varies by performance, generally from 3 years old up to around 12 years; each performance indicates its minimum age
• Duration: depending on the performance, often between 45 minutes and 1 hour; check the performance sheet
• Reservation: recommended via the box office; young audience performances are often in high demand
• Price: varies by performance; inquire and book through the box office or on the official website
• Stroller accessibility: to be checked with the theater depending on the hall and the performance
• Transport: Rue du Casino, in the city center, a few minutes' walk from the CFF train station in Yverdon-les-Bains; Travys bus nearby
• To plan: arrive a bit early; check the recommended age for the performance
• Ideal season: theater season from autumn to spring

Parent tips

• Check the young audience page on the official website to choose a performance suitable for your child's age
• Book early: young audience performances often sell out
• Respect the minimum age indicated: it ensures that your child will truly enjoy the performance
• Arrive early to settle in calmly and avoid stress before the curtain rises
• Also consider L'Échandole, the partner venue that offers young audience performances, often on Sundays

Useful information

• Address: Rue du Casino 9, 1400 Yverdon-les-Bains
• Official website: https://www.theatrebennobesson.ch (dedicated young audience page)
• Box office: by phone at 024 423 65 84 or online on the official website
• Access: city center of Yverdon-les-Bains, a few minutes' walk from the CFF train station; Travys bus

Why we recommend it

Because the theater offers children emotions that no screen can replace: live performance, right there in front of them. The Théâtre Benno Besson, with its young audience program and its partnership with L'Échandole, is an ideal gateway to theater, dance, and puppetry. It is a local cultural outing, accessible, that creates beautiful family memories throughout the seasons.

In two words

The main stage of Yverdon-les-Bains and its young audience program, linked with L'Échandole. Theater, dance, and puppetry to introduce your children to live performance.