Guignol Et Les Trois Dragons - Théâtre La Maison De Guignol, Lyon

Guignol et les Trois Dragons at THEATRE LA MAISON DE GUIGNOL

At THEATRE LA MAISON DE GUIGNOL, we are proud to welcome audiences into an intimate, historic space where the city’s most iconic puppet comes to life. Guignol et les Trois Dragons brings the spirit of Lyonnais ingenuity to our stage: fast-paced, mischievous, and irresistibly interactive. From the moment the curtain lifts, children and adults are invited into a vivid world where Guignol’s quick wit meets the shimmering menace of three dragons, rendered with handcrafted artistry and a flair for surprise. Our technicians sculpt the atmosphere with nimble lighting, playful sound cues, and a tempo that keeps the youngest spectators engaged while giving grown-ups a generous share of sly humor. Expect a tale that balances laughter with bravery, where every beat invites participation—cheers, gasps, and the classic call-and-response that define a visit to our house. As guardians of a living tradition, we make sure the energy in the room remains palpable: close to the puppets, close to the story, close to the joyous heart of Lyon.

A living tradition, shared today

Our team’s approach to Guignol et les Trois Dragons reflects the ongoing creative momentum of our troupe. We champion new writing and fresh staging to honor the character’s roots while keeping his adventures firmly anchored in today’s imagination. The puppeteers craft material that sparks curiosity—folding in themes of friendship, courage, and community resilience—so that families leave with smiles and ideas to talk about on the way home. The score and sound textures are designed to punctuate jokes and heighten suspense without overwhelming young ears, and the movement of the marionettes is precise enough to express emotion in the tiniest tilt of a head or flick of a wrist. Around this production, our season continues to nurture the same spirit: original stories that speak to local culture and to the universal language of play. Whether you are discovering Guignol for the first time or returning with a new generation, our stage keeps his voice bright, contemporary, and unmistakably Lyonnais.

Hosting Guignol et les Trois Dragons in our venue also means embracing the special bond between audience and performers that only a puppet theater can create. THEATRE LA MAISON DE GUIGNOL is designed for closeness: rows that bring you near the proscenium, sightlines that keep every expression visible, and an ambiance that turns a performance into a shared neighborhood moment. The craftsmanship of the sets—compact, versatile, and full of hidden tricks—lets scenes transform in a blink, from bustling streets to shadowy lairs, all while giving children an accessible entry point to dramatic tension. Our front-of-house team welcomes families and school groups with the same care we extend to long-time regulars, ensuring a warm, easygoing experience from door to curtain. If you treasure heritage, humor, and the thrill of seeing imagination take physical shape, this is the place to be. On our stage, Guignol et les Trois Dragons becomes not just a show, but a lively conversation with the city—one laugh, one gasp, and one dragon’s roar at a time.