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 delighted to welcome families, schools, and devoted lovers of Lyon’s emblematic puppet to discover Guignol et les Trois Dragons. Staged in our intimate venue—where the gestures of the marionette, the cadence of the lines, and the laughter of the audience are all within arm’s reach—this new adventure springs from the living tradition of Guignol: quick-witted, generous, and never far from a bit of well-aimed mischief. In this tale, Guignol crosses paths with not one but three dragons, a setup that invites suspense, surprises, and the signature humor that has long made him a champion of everyday folk. Familiar friends from the Lyonnaise repertoire appear to lend a hand, and the story is propelled by audience participation, rhythmic repartee, and a sense of communal celebration that is central to our house’s identity. We host this show as part of an ongoing commitment to keep the craft vivid for today’s children while preserving the nuance and bite that have charmed generations.

A living craft: heritage, play, and the joy of discovery

Our stage team at THEATRE LA MAISON DE GUIGNOL places craft at the heart of each performance, and Guignol et les Trois Dragons lets that artistry shine. You will see expressive marionettes whose gestures carry both tenderness and comic timing; hear the verbal fireworks that make the lines sparkle; and feel the tempo of a story that alternates chase, intrigue, and moments of gentle reflection. The scenography is compact and agile, designed to transform quickly as the dragons test Guignol’s courage and creativity, and the vocal performances retain the musicality of our region’s tradition while remaining accessible to children discovering Guignol for the first time. The show speaks to universal themes—cleverness over brute force, solidarity in the face of danger, the value of keeping promises—without ever preaching, so that families can simply laugh, cheer, and play along. We cherish the way young spectators spontaneously join the adventure, warning Guignol, encouraging his friends, and sometimes outsmarting the rascals before the hero does. That is the heartbeat of our theatre: a shared game between stage and audience that renews itself with every performance.

As a venue dedicated to this art form, THEATRE LA MAISON DE GUIGNOL curates a season that balances brand-new stories with beloved repertory titles, and Guignol et les Trois Dragons stands as a highlight of our current lineup. Our artistic news revolves around reinforcing the bridge between heritage and the present day: we champion fresh scripts that give Guignol contemporary dilemmas to solve, we nurture emerging performers alongside seasoned puppeteers, and we keep refining the staging to invite more interactivity and clarity for our youngest viewers. Beyond our public performances, we regularly open our doors for school outings and family matinees, allowing children to encounter the backstage world, understand how a character moves and “speaks,” and discover how a well-placed rhythm or a sudden silence can make a scene soar. The creative team continues to explore new visual textures, playful sound cues, and nimble comic routines so that each return to our house feels like a rediscovery. Whether you are a Lyon resident introducing your child to a local treasure or a visitor seeking a uniquely Lyonnaise experience, Guignol et les Trois Dragons offers the warm, quick, and generous theatre we are proud to host—alive with humor, brio, and the human touch that has kept Guignol at the center of our stage.