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

A living tradition at THEATRE LA MAISON DE GUIGNOL

At THEATRE LA MAISON DE GUIGNOL, we are delighted to welcome audiences for Guignol et les Trois Dragons, a spirited new chapter in the city’s most beloved puppetry tradition. From our vantage point inside the heart of Lyon’s historic theatre district, we host performances that celebrate the quick wit, rebellious spirit, and warm humanity of the emblematic canut who has entertained generations. Our team puts the stagecraft front and center: finely articulated marionettes, vibrant painted backdrops, and playful sound textures that accent each twist of the story. Families, schools, and curious visitors join us to experience the joy of collective laughter and the unique energy of live puppetry, where the puppeteers’ voices, dexterity, and timing are all part of the enchantment. Guignol’s appeal lies in the way he teases authority, defends fairness, and transforms the everyday into a carnival of imagination. In our theatre, that magic unfolds a few meters away from the first row, so children grasp every expression and adults catch the clever asides that have always made Guignol both popular and profound.

About Guignol et les Trois Dragons

Guignol et les Trois Dragons brings our favorite hero face to face with fantastical creatures and very human dilemmas, weaving a fable about courage, ingenuity, and solidarity. Without giving away surprises, the story plays with the contrast between looming, larger-than-life threats and the resourcefulness of a small but determined hero who never loses his humor. Our staging heightens that lively balance: colorful transformations, rhythmic scene changes, and musical cues that cue suspense or laughter at just the right moment. Children will follow the adventure’s clear stakes and playful confrontations, while adults enjoy the satirical wink that has always characterized Guignol’s battles against bluster and bad faith. The show embraces audience participation—those spontaneous responses and delighted exclamations that make each performance unique—yet remains tightly orchestrated by our troupe, whose craft keeps the pace brisk and the tone warm. As is tradition at THEATRE LA MAISON DE GUIGNOL, the language is accessible, the characters are distinct, and the moral never feels didactic; instead, it bubbles up naturally from Guignol’s generosity and his unshakable sense of justice.

As a venue dedicated to the living art of puppetry, we continue to evolve alongside our artists, and Guignol et les Trois Dragons anchors a season shaped by fresh writing, renewed scenery, and the meticulous care of our workshop. Our stage team refines the visual language of each production—adjusting silhouettes, experimenting with light and shadow, and polishing the choreography of movement behind the screen—so that every gesture reads clearly for young spectators while retaining the finesse longtime fans relish. We maintain a rhythm of performances that suits family life, with slots that invite first-time theatre-goers and return visitors alike, and we regularly open our doors to groups who want to discover how a voice becomes a character and a piece of wood becomes a companion in adventure. Throughout the year, our troupe cultivates new stories for Guignol, preserves key elements of the canon, and invites collaborations that enrich the soundscape and visual palette of our stage. By welcoming audiences for Guignol et les Trois Dragons at THEATRE LA MAISON DE GUIGNOL, we reaffirm what makes this art form so vital today: the contagious pleasure of participation, the clarity of a story well told, and the timeless charm of a hero who wins with ingenuity and heart.