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

At THEATRE LA MAISON DE GUIGNOL: A Living Lyonnais Tradition

At THEATRE LA MAISON DE GUIGNOL, we welcome audiences into the intimate world of Lyon’s most emblematic puppet, a figure whose sharp wit and generous spirit continue to inspire new creations season after season. Our stage is dedicated to the craft of puppetry in all its detail: the play of hands and voices, the musical punctuation that guides a scene, and the finely tuned rhythm that keeps every family member—children, parents, and grandparents—leaning forward with curiosity. This year, our resident team renews its commitment to the roots of Guignol while embracing the imagination of today’s children, presenting stories that speak to cooperation, courage, and a dash of irreverent humor. Within our historic neighborhood atmosphere, audiences discover how the voice of Guignol cuts through noise and fashion, opening a space for laughter, dialogue, and shared wonder. We pride ourselves on a warm welcome, clear sightlines for little ones, and a convivial after-show spirit that allows our guests to connect with the artisans who bring these characters to life.

Guignol et les trois dragons on our stage

Guignol et les trois dragons arrives on our stage as a spirited adventure built for the collective heartbeat of the room. From the first entrance, the stakes are clear: three mysterious dragons loom on the horizon, and the neighborhoods of Lyon buzz with rumor and bravado. Guignol, with his quick tongue and even quicker sense of justice, refuses to let fear take root. He calls on friendship—Gnafron’s earthy humor, Madelon’s bright intelligence—and invites the audience to join the effort with call-and-response, clapping cues, and whispered advice that only a theatre full of children can deliver with such gusto. Our puppeteers enliven the story with dynamic tempos, playful sound textures, and visual surprises: silhouettes that flutter across a glowing backdrop, colorful painted flats that evoke markets and rooftops, and nimble choreography that makes each dragon’s personality pop. The comedy is robust, but the heart of the piece beams with a message our venue cherishes: when voices gather, obstacles shrink. In the world of Guignol et les trois dragons, cleverness trumps bluster, and even the fiercest roar can be coaxed into a friendly purr when the community stands its ground.

As a venue devoted to living tradition, we also highlight the artistry behind this new chapter in our repertoire. Our team refines every element—from the timbre of Guignol’s voice to the crisp articulation of a gloved hand—so that the puppet booth becomes a miniature cosmos where scale dissolves and emotions grow. Families visiting THEATRE LA MAISON DE GUIGNOL can expect carefully paced storytelling designed to captivate first-time spectators and seasoned fans alike, with moments of quiet poetry balanced by energetic bursts of slapstick. Beyond the performance itself, our ongoing activities reflect the artist’s current momentum: encounters with the puppeteers when possible, educational insights into materials and manipulation, and programming that champions curiosity about heritage and craft. Guignol et les trois dragons is part of a broader creative arc that keeps our stage vibrant—an invitation to discover how time-honored characters continue to evolve, address contemporary questions with grace and mischief, and prove, once again, that the smallest stage can hold the widest horizons.