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 audiences to discover Guignol et les Trois Dragons, a fresh, family-friendly adventure that brings the beloved Lyonnais hero face to face with a trio of fantastical creatures. As guardians of a living puppetry tradition, we cherish the chance to share Guignol’s wit, courage, and mischievous spirit with new generations while offering longtime fans an inventive staging that feels both classic and new. In this production, our resident puppeteers blend quickfire comedy, expressive hand-carved figures, and nimble storytelling to plunge spectators into a tale of bravery and friendship. Expect the warm intimacy of our venue—every seat close to the action—along with live voices, playful soundscapes, and a rhythm that keeps children engaged and adults smiling. We have shaped the experience to be accessible, welcoming, and vibrant: a show that invites laughter, participation, and the kind of collective wonder that live theatre delivers best.

Our artistic season and the creative momentum behind the show

Guignol et les Trois Dragons sits at the heart of our current season, which emphasizes craftsmanship, contemporary imagination, and the enduring values of the Guignol repertoire. Our creative team has been exploring new writing and staging techniques that honor the character’s roots while expanding his world with fresh adventures, lively antagonists, and poetic visuals. This year, our workshop has focused on refined articulation, expressive faces, and durable materials, allowing the puppets to move with precision during comic duels, chases, and tender exchanges. We have also been working closely on rhythm and dramaturgy so that families can savor both the humor children love and the clever asides adults appreciate. Beyond our stage performances, our season highlights conversations about puppetry, discoveries for school groups, and creative collaborations that bring music, light, and shadow play to the forefront. All of this momentum converges in Guignol et les Trois Dragons, where our puppeteers and stagecraft team showcase the full breadth of their skills.

On stage, the encounter with the three dragons becomes a playground for imagination rather than fear. Our staging turns scale and perspective into a game—sometimes teasing the eye with silhouettes and shadows, sometimes revealing intricate details up close—so that each dragon has its own personality and theatrical language. Children will recognize Guignol’s unmistakable cheek and resourcefulness, while adults will notice the finesse of the manipulations and the timing of the gags. The show’s musical color supports the action with bright motifs, gentle suspense, and bursts of percussive fun that punctuate key turns of the story. As a venue, we take special care with the audience journey: clear sightlines for little ones, warm pre-show welcomes, and an atmosphere that encourages discovery. Because our theatre is intimate, the connection between performers and spectators feels immediate—laughter travels quickly, gasps ripple from row to row, and the characters’ emotions land with clarity. We invite you to take your seats, lean into the magic of puppetry, and let Guignol lead you through a rollicking, courageous path where humor and heart triumph—one clever twist at a time—right here at THEATRE LA MAISON DE GUIGNOL.