With French Touch Made in Germany, Immo presents a show that is as spectacular as it is irresistibly funny, where contemporary circus, juggling, acrobatics, magic, mentalism, and music come together in a true celebration of French and German cultures. Presented on Sunday, January 24, 2027, at 4:00 PM at the Radiant-Bellevue in Caluire-et-Cuire, this family show, suitable for ages 6 and up, promises approximately an hour and a half of laughter, surprises, and impressive performances.
A German artist who has lived in France for many years, Immo has an unconventional background that allows him to blend artistic disciplines with great freedom. A virtuoso juggler, acrobat, musician, magician, tightrope walker, and comedian, he has forged an international reputation thanks to shows where technical prowess is always used to elicit laughter and connect with the audience. His style is based on boundless energy, a constant capacity for improvisation, and a sense of the burlesque reminiscent of both great contemporary clowns and music hall performers.
In French Touch Made in Germany, Immo imagines a wacky encounter between two European neighbors who love to caricature each other: France and Germany. Baguette versus pretzel, Chopin versus Beethoven, beret versus sock sandals, wine versus beer, garden gnomes versus the Eiffel Tower... all the clichés become the starting point for completely absurd situations where no one is spared. With plenty of self-deprecation, the artist ultimately shows that cultural differences are above all a wonderful opportunity to laugh together.
The show unfolds at a brisk pace, with scenes following one another in quick succession. With virtually no downtime, Immo moves seamlessly from juggling to acrobatics, from music to mentalism, then to magic and physical theatre with disconcerting ease. Each act possesses its own distinct identity while fitting into a coherent staging where Franco-German exchanges serve as a unifying thread.
Juggling naturally remains at the heart of the show. Immo manipulates a wide variety of objects with impressive precision. Balls, clubs, everyday items, and unusual props become partners in a technical demonstration constantly subverted by humor. True to his style, he also dares to incorporate completely unexpected objects, notably a chainsaw, transforming what could be a simple virtuoso act into a scene as spectacular as it is hilarious. The element of surprise is constant, each appearance of a new prop immediately reigniting the audience's attention.
The acrobatics enrich the performance. Immo plays with his balance, transforms the simplest situations, and strings together physical movements that give the show a true circus dimension. His experience as a tightrope walker and street performer shines through in the way he occupies the space and creates an immediate connection with the audience.
Music also plays a significant role. Great French and German composers appear alongside much more popular references. Beethoven, Chopin, and other musical worlds serve as soundtracks to acts where each change of rhythm accompanies a new comedic situation. The artist also uses music as a true performance partner, synchronizing gestures, manipulations, and gags with remarkable precision.
Mentalism and magic regularly surprise the audience. Without ever breaking the show's rhythm, Immo weaves in impossible effects, astonishing predictions, and visual manipulations that enhance the unpredictable nature of the performance. Here again, these disciplines remain at the service of the narrative and humor rather than mere technical demonstration.
One of the show's strengths is its constant interaction with the audience. Immo regularly addresses the crowd, improvises based on their reactions, invites volunteers on stage, and transforms unexpected situations into particularly funny moments. Each performance thus possesses a unique quality, shaped by the exchanges between the artist and the audience.
The show constantly plays with cultural stereotypes, but always in a good-natured way. French and German customs are exaggerated, turned on their head, and blended until they become utterly absurd. Fans of both cultures will recognize numerous references: food, music, folk traditions, language, humor, iconic objects, and even lifestyles. This playful look at European differences makes French Touch Made in Germany a show accessible to both children and adults.
Immo's humor relies as much on visuals as on wordplay, facial expressions, absurd situations, and cultural contrasts. Younger viewers will appreciate the physical performances and unusual objects, while adults will catch the numerous nods to French and German culture.
Presented in the main hall of the Radiant-Bellevue, the show features numbered seating, guaranteeing excellent viewing comfort. The hall is renowned for its welcoming atmosphere, acoustics, and programming that blends theatre, music, comedy, dance, circus, and family shows.
French Touch Made in Germany appeals to an extremely wide audience: families, juggling enthusiasts, contemporary circus aficionados, lovers of visual humor, or simply those curious to discover an extraordinary artist. Thanks to its blend of virtuosity, poetry, self-deprecation, and audience participation, the show transcends a simple circus act to become a genuine human encounter.
Between technical feats, improbable stunts, music, magic, acrobatics, virtuoso juggling, and a barrage of gags, Immo demonstrates once again why he is considered one of the most complete artists on the European scene. French Touch Made in Germany is a generous, rhythmic, inventive, and profoundly unifying show, where laughter becomes the most beautiful common language between France and Germany.