Guignol Et Le Noël Surprise - Théâtre La Maison De Guignol, Lyon

A festive welcome at THEATRE LA MAISON DE GUIGNOL

From our stage in the heart of Lyon, we are delighted to open our doors for the holiday season with a program that celebrates the city’s beloved puppet heritage. At THEATRE LA MAISON DE GUIGNOL, we cherish the living craft of glove puppetry: the hand-carved figures, the nimble manipulation, the witty repartee that has animated generations of audiences. This winter, we invite families, schools, and curious travelers to gather in our intimate auditorium for laughter, wonder, and the timeless spirit of sharing that defines the season. Our team of performers and makers works closely behind the scenes to ensure each movement, sound cue, and flourish of the set feels vibrant and immediate, so that every seat—young or old—catches the magic. We take pride in presenting work that is both accessible to first-time visitors and richly rewarding for devoted Guignol enthusiasts who return year after year.

Guignol et le Noel Surprise on our stage

Our holiday centerpiece, Guignol et le Noel Surprise, brings the quick-witted hero into a playful winter caper filled with mischief, generosity, and a touch of seasonal mystery. We stage the show with crisp rhythms and a pace tailored to family audiences, inviting children to respond, laugh, and sometimes help Guignol out of a tight spot. The staging blends bright, hand-painted décors with twinkling lights and a musical soundscape that underscores the humor and heart of the story. The performance draws on Lyon’s tradition—smart, satirical, and warm—while keeping dialogue clear and lively for contemporary ears. Expect sharp timing, ingenious stage tricks, and affectionate nods to familiar companions from the Guignol universe, all guided by our resident team. At THEATRE LA MAISON DE GUIGNOL, we craft each scene so the surprise in the title feels truly earned, culminating in a festive finale that leaves audiences smiling long after the curtain falls.

Alongside Guignol et le Noel Surprise, our artistic season continues to evolve with fresh creations and refined revivals that showcase the versatility of our puppeteers. We are nurturing new short-form pieces that rotate through the repertoire, giving regular visitors something new to discover, while preserving the classic humor and social spark that made Guignol a cultural touchstone. Our team has been refining puppets and props with sustainable materials, refreshing costumes, and polishing musical cues for fuller, warmer acoustics in our cozy room. Throughout the season at THEATRE LA MAISON DE GUIGNOL, we plan carefully timed matinees for families and group-friendly sessions that fit school calendars, with post-show moments that allow young spectators to meet the characters and glimpse the craft up close. This ongoing artistic momentum ensures that each visit feels both rooted in tradition and alive with the creative energy of today’s Lyon.