A live immersive performance combining aerial choreography, soprano singing, 360° video projections and spectacular holograms
Unique worldwide
Only in Zurich
From May 1st to 24th
360° Video Mapping – Laser Projectors
Unique Venue: Enge Church
An Exclusive Story Created for Zurich
Aerial dance & live vocals
Book before May 1st to secure the best seats
360° Video Mapping – Laser Projectors
Unique Venue: Enge Church
An Exclusive Story Created for Zurich
Aerial dance & live vocals
After worldwide successes in Bogotá, Paris, Dubai, Bucharest or South Korea: Damien Fontaine brings a brand new show to Zurich!
Under the majestic vaulted ceilings of Enge Church, a spectacular production awaits you — created exclusively for Zurich — a unique fusion of monumental 360° video mapping, aerial dance, live vocals, music and light. A mysterious book opens, and chaos takes over the space: walls come alive, enigmatic figures appear, giant holograms make the scenery feel unreal and magical, and a forgotten legend awakens before your eyes.
When immersive technology meets live performance — embark on a one-of-a-kind journey for the senses.
A sensory and emotional experience like no other: from May 1st, in the heart of Zurich!
The show 2026 / Basel ©Damien Fontaine – Lionel Gomas
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About the show
Description, direction, duration, format, artistic and technical features.
What is The Forgotten Legend of Zurich?
The Forgotten Legend is a large-scale, immersive sound and light show featuring projections, holograms, live performers, aerial choreography, and narration. Performed in the Enge Church in Zurich, it blends legends, history, and mythology.
Who is the director of the show?
Directed by Damien Fontaine, an internationally renowned creator of multimedia productions who has already captivated over 15 million audience members worldwide.
How long is the show?
The show lasts approximately 1 hour and 10 minutes.
Is the show immersive?
Yes. The experience includes 360° projections, performers in the space, holograms, a multi-point sound system, aerial dances, and lighting effects that engage the entire church.
When does the show take place?
Starting May 1, 2026.
How many performances are there?
Between 2 and 3 performances per evening.
Where does the show take place?
Kirche Enge - Zurich.
Bürglistrasse 15, 8002
Zurich, Switzerland
Where can I find information about the language, duration, and age recommendation of individual performances?
This information can be found on our website: https://vergessene-legende.ch
Is there simultaneous interpretation?
Yes. Headsets for simultaneous English translation are available, subject to availability (50 headsets per performance).
Tickets & Prices
Ticket purchase, terms and conditions, refunds, seating, prices...
What seating categories are available?
There are several seating categories:
- PREMIUM (VIP, balcony, full view), including champagne
- CAT A (balcony, full view, ideal for aerial & video mapping)
- CAT B (ground floor, central view)
- CAT C (ground floor, side view, restricted view)
- Wheelchair companion: CAT C at the rear, near the wheelchair spaces
Wheelchair spaces must be reserved in advance:
Where can I buy tickets?
Tickets are available on our official website: https://vergessene-legende.ch and on our partner's website, ticketcorner.ch.
I am ill or unable to attend the event for other reasons. What can I do?
Unfortunately, tickets are neither refundable nor exchangeable.
However, you can transfer your ticket to another person.
How much do the tickets cost?
Prices vary depending on the category. The complete price list and program can be found online.
Are wheelchair spaces and companion seats available?
Wheelchair spaces must be reserved in advance due to limited availability (2 spaces per performance):
Specific seats for accompanying persons (“Begleitperson”) are also available. Please note, however, that these seats are not located directly next to the wheelchair spaces, but in the row in front.
Venue & Practical Information
Address, simultaneous interpretation, temperatures, admission times, late entry, lost and found.
When does the show take place?
From May 1, 2026.
Where does the show take place?
Enge Church – Zurich
Bürglistrasse 15, 8002
- Zurich, Switzerland
Is there simultaneous interpretation?
Yes. Headsets for simultaneous English translation are available, subject to availability (50 headsets per performance).
Is there an age recommendation?
The show is recommended for children aged 6 and up.
Is the show suitable for children?
Yes, for children aged 6 and up. The atmosphere is immersive but not frightening.
Is the venue heated?
The show takes place in a church; temperatures can vary. We recommend warm clothing.
Are the seats numbered?
Yes. All ticket categories include numbered, assigned seats. Your seat number is indicated on your ticket.
What time do the doors open before the show?
Doors open 30 minutes before the show begins.
Please arrive on time.
We must follow the production's instructions and be considerate of the performers and the rest of the audience, which may result in waiting times for entry.
Are there toilets available?
Toilets are available in the church; however, they are not wheelchair accessible.
Access, security & restrictions
Prohibited items, security checks, photography rules, cloakroom information.
What items are not allowed?
Bags, backpacks, and all items larger than A4 size, as well as umbrellas, are strictly prohibited inside the church. As there is no cloakroom, these items will be held by security staff and returned at the end of the performance.
The organizer accepts no liability for theft, loss, or damage to stored items. Please follow staff instructions at all times.
There is no cloakroom in the church.
Is photography allowed?
Yes, under certain conditions.
Photography is only permitted from your own seat – without moving around, without flash, and without a tripod.
Please ensure that you do not disturb other audience members and follow staff instructions at all times.
When do the doors open before the show?
Doors open 30 minutes before the start of the show.
Please arrive on time.
We must follow production guidelines and respect the performers and other audience members, which may result in waiting times during entry.
You will only be entitled to your assigned seat during a possible break in the show.
I lost something during the show – what should I do?
Please contact the production team via the contact form on the official website.
Describe the lost item as precisely as possible (colour, size, brand, distinctive features, estimated location, date and time of your visit).
We will do our best to assist you.
Are there toilets available?
Toilets are available in the church; however, they are not wheelchair accessible.
Cas, creative team & technical setup
Performers, artists, technical equipment, production credits.
Who is Damien Fontaine?
Damien Fontaine is an internationally acclaimed French director and creator of large-scale multimedia shows that have captivated more than 15 million spectators worldwide. His productions blend cutting-edge visual technologies, live performance, historical narratives and local legends. He has received multiple awards, including five Lumières Trophies at the Fête des Lumières in Lyon.
Who performs in the show?
- Rosalie Lapourré – Opera singer
- Compagnie "Les Passagers" – Aerial dance
- Xavier Martin & Jérôme Lang – Actors
What technical equipment is used?
More than 300 projectors are used in total, including:
- Laser projectors
- Video projectors for mapping across the entire interior of the church
- Lighting projectors
- Holograms
- Multi-point surround sound
- Creations by 20 graphic designers and animators
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