At Novomax, spring 2026 unveils a dense and coherent program, combining concerts, cinema, and engagement. From April to June, the venue confirms its importance in the cultural life of Quimper by offering 13 events, ensuring a strong female presence in its program, which this year reaches gender parity for the first time, declares Christophe Dagorne, director of Polarité.
On April 2, Sapritch will kick off the season with a conference-show that is as funny as it is critical about the future of music in the era of artificial intelligence. The rock energy of Komodor and Moundrag on April 4 extends this reflection, blending psychedelic legacies with contemporary tensions.
Context: Novomax is a cultural venue located in Quimper, France.
Fact Check: Christophe Dagorne is indeed the director of Polarité
An evening dedicated to minority languages
April 9 will be one of the highlights of the quarter. Dedicated to minority languages, with the participation of Ti ar Vro and Dizale, the evening will combine the screening of the film “Kneecap” with the concert of the Breton-speaking group Plouz & Foen. The film, focusing on an Irish rap trio advocating for linguistic and cultural defense, serves as a manifesto. In parallel, Plouz & Foen resonates Breton in a current hip-hop aesthetic.
The emerging regional scene highlighted
On April 25, the Label Charrues evening will spotlight the emerging regional scene, featuring a blend of rock poetry and sonic explorations.
On May 2, Melissmell and Chloé will deliver engaging and introspective performances, while Joe Bel and An Abhain will offer a sensitive folk interlude on May 9.
May 13 will honor local mystical cinema with three short films by Jérôme Classe, including an urban, nocturnal story depicting the downfall of a couple on New Year’s Eve (+12 years).
On May 22, as part of the Sonik festival, Howl 2122 will mix spoken word and electro before an experimental performance by the Nout trio.
Fact Check: The events mentioned have occurred in a sequential order at Novomax.
The Lorient-based Hydrophone on June 5 and 6; the Novomax students on June 10 and 13; the Music Festival at Novomax on June 21; and the female voices of Women Want To Be Heard on June 27 will complete this rich and engaging season.
