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 host Guignol et les Trois Dragons, a vibrant new chapter in the living tradition of Lyon’s most beloved puppet hero. From our vantage point backstage and in the wings, we see how the craft of manipulation, the rhythm of live performance, and the energy of a responsive audience come together to make every appearance of Guignol feel at once timeless and freshly minted. This production invites families to encounter courage, quick wit, and a certain mischievous sense of justice as Guignol crosses paths with mythical creatures and outsized challenges. Expect the playful call-and-response that keeps youngsters on the edge of their seats, meticulous hand-carved figures animated with virtuosity, and a scenic world that blossoms under warm lighting and lively music. As guardians of a local heritage that speaks to all generations, we curate each detail so that first-time guests and long-time aficionados alike can recognize the Lyonnais spirit shining through a story of adventure, friendship, and community.

Artistic momentum and what to expect on stage

Our theatre’s artistic season has been driven by a renewed appetite for inventive storytelling and fine-tuned stagecraft, and Guignol et les Trois Dragons stands at the heart of that momentum. In our rehearsal rooms, the puppeteers refine tempo and gesture to create character depth that resonates even in the smallest tilt of a wooden head. The creative team embraces a richer acoustic palette, blending percussive accents with melodic motifs to cue suspense, laughter, and wonder. New costumes and refreshed scenic canvases accentuate color and movement without ever overwhelming the clarity of the narrative. Alongside performances, our house continues to foster encounters between artisans, musicians, and educators, nurturing workshops and school-friendly formats that connect young audiences to the roots of Guignol while opening doors to contemporary imagination. The result is a production that honors the wit, solidarity, and courage that define Guignol, while expanding the repertoire into fantastical terrain that amplifies spectacle and heart in equal measure.

From the auditorium’s intimate sightlines to the distinctive acoustic warmth of our stage, THEATRE LA MAISON DE GUIGNOL is designed to share the immediacy that makes puppetry unique, and Guignol et les Trois Dragons is tailored to that closeness. Children revel in the clear stakes and the playful villainy that begs for their intervention, while adults recognize the nuanced humor, the satirical jabs, and the gentle moral compass guiding the tale. Our front-of-house team welcomes school groups, families, and curious visitors with the same care we devote to the craft behind the curtain, ensuring that the encounter with Guignol begins well before the first cue and lingers long after the final bow. You will see quick changes that appear like magic, shadowed passages that open onto radiant tableaux, and the confident hands of our puppeteers making the impossible feel effortlessly real. In every performance, we celebrate the enduring capacity of this Lyonnais icon to surprise, delight, and speak directly—through laughter, suspense, and solidarity—to today’s audiences.