Artist Thomas Mailaender and students from ECAL's Bachelor Photography program explore the ruins of Corso, a disused nightclub in downtown Renens, with the intention of reviving it.
In 1992, an explosion put an abrupt end to Le Corso's activities. The building was demolished, and the remains of the nightclub have since slumbered in silence, darkness and humidity beneath the square laid out on its site.
Between archaeology, documentary research and creative speculation, the group of adventurers offers an exhibition journey between mold and glitter, ashes and glamour.
May 23, 2024
12:00pm Opening
2:00pm Guided tour “with an artistic vision” Thomas Mailaender and Milo Keller, Head of Bachelor & Master Photography
4:00pm Guided tour “from a historical perspective” Chirstian Schülé, archivist of the city of Renens
6:00pm Parade of Corso characters
6:30pm Rap session with Simon Paccaud & Roccobelly
7:00pm Opening of the cocktail bar
7:00pm Mario back to Corso DJ mix
May 24, 2024
12:00pm Opening
2:00pm Guided tour “with an artistic vision” Thomas Mailaender and Milo Keller, Head of Bachelor & Master Photography
4:00pm Guided tour “from a historical perspective” Christian Schülé, archivist of the city of Renens
6:00pm Closing
23–24.05.2024
Free entry
Ancienne Discothèque Corso
Rue du Midi 2
1020 Renens
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