Arnaud Gidoin - 55 Ans

Arnaud Gidoin arrives at THEATRE A L'OUEST - LYON

At THEATRE A L'OUEST - LYON, we are thrilled to welcome Arnaud Gidoin with his new one-man show, 55 ans, a lively and personal piece that turns the everyday realities of midlife into a hilarious, fast-paced evening. From our vantage point as a venue that cherishes sharp writing and authentic stage presence, we’ve rarely seen a set so deft at switching gears between playful improvisation and razor-edged observation. Gidoin’s comedic craft is the kind that feeds on the room: he listens, bounces, and builds. In our intimate space—designed for crisp sound, clean sightlines, and immediate contact—his timing lands with precision, and the slightest eyebrow raise becomes a punchline. Expect a night where you’ll recognize yourself—your gadgets, your group chats, your doctor’s appointments, your shifting priorities—and feel the joy of a packed house laughing in unison. We have programmed this date precisely because the show balances experience and freshness: an artist who has lived a lot, and a set that feels brand new every time he hits the stage.

About 55 ans: a comic portrait of a life fully lived

55 ans is built on the simple truth that reaching a certain age doesn’t mean slowing down; it means seeing life from a vantage point that’s richer, funnier, and unexpectedly tender. From backstage, we’ve watched Arnaud Gidoin shape sequences that pivot from family misadventures to medical checkups, from the absurd etiquette of messaging apps to the nostalgia of the first CDs and rented movies. He riffs on couples who know each other too well, on the athletic feats of getting out of bed without making a noise, on the way friendships evolve when everyone’s calendars look like air-traffic control screens. He observes how our phones “know” us better than we’d like, and how asking for help from a teenager can feel like submitting a grant proposal. What we admire—and what our audiences respond to—is that Gidoin never gets cynical; he stays nimble, generous, and precise. The laughter is warm, the language sharp, and the rhythm relentless, with handcrafted transitions that make the hour fly by. If you love comedy that keeps its promise to surprise, 55 ans delivers in spades at THEATRE A L'OUEST - LYON.

Programming Arnaud Gidoin also means showcasing an artist fully engaged with his era. He’s in the thick of a new creative cycle, touring 55 ans across the country, capturing moments from the road for his digital audience, and fine-tuning fresh material as he goes. From our booking conversations to technical rehearsals, we’ve seen how much care he invests in the live experience: calibrating the pace for different rooms, listening to the acoustics, and playing with the spontaneity that only a full house can ignite. Our team has tailored the night to maximize his strengths—quick audience interplay, textured storytelling, and a physicality that reads beautifully in our room. We expect a crowd that spans generations: long-time fans who have followed his stage adventures, and newcomers who are discovering him through word of mouth and viral clips. For both, THEATRE A L'OUEST - LYON offers a setting where Gidoin’s humor can breathe and blossom—where every aside lands, every callback pays off, and the collective energy lifts the show higher. 55 ans isn’t just a milestone; it’s a joyous demonstration of why live comedy still feels essential, and why we’re proud to host it here.