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

At THEATRE LA MAISON DE GUIGNOL: Guignol et les Trois Dragons takes the stage

At THEATRE LA MAISON DE GUIGNOL, we are thrilled to welcome Guignol et les Trois Dragons, a spirited new adventure for audiences of all ages and a heartfelt salute to Lyon’s most beloved puppet. Our intimate stage in the heart of Vieux Lyon is built for this kind of encounter: the puppets are close, the laughter is contagious, and the artistry behind the small wooden protagonists comes to life with every gesture. In this production, the legendary sense of mischief, courage, and quick-thinking that defines Guignol is channeled into a fantastical journey where bravery meets imagination. The rhythm is crisp and playful, weaving slapstick and witty repartee with moments of tenderness and surprise. Children will revel in the colorful staging and clear storytelling, while adults will recognize the traditional satire and social wink for which Guignol is famous. Our team has shaped the stagecraft to highlight hand-made scenery, responsive lighting, and deft puppetry, preserving the Lyonnais heritage of Guignol while giving families a lively, modern theatrical experience.

Artistic momentum at THEATRE LA MAISON DE GUIGNOL

Guignol et les Trois Dragons reflects a broader artistic momentum that drives our programming this season at THEATRE LA MAISON DE GUIGNOL. Our creative team continues to develop new scripts, sharpen dialogues, and revisit classic motifs so that the spirit of Guignol stays vivid, humorous, and responsive to today’s world. The troupe’s work emphasizes clarity of storytelling for younger audiences and spirited double-entendre for adults, supported by musical cues and precisely timed effects that keep the action dancing along. We nurture this approach through ongoing rehearsals, community encounters, and educational activities that share the craft of puppetry with schools and families, ensuring that the next generation not only discovers Guignol but understands how he lives onstage. With Guignol et les Trois Dragons, our artists have refined transitions, refreshed visual textures, and deepened character interplay, making the performance both accessible and artfully layered. We are proud to host these talents on our stage and to present a show that speaks to courage, cleverness, and solidarity—values that are at the heart of Guignol’s legacy and that resonate warmly with our audiences.

On the night, expect lively call-and-response moments, brisk comic exchanges, and a visual palette that balances bright backdrops with the warmth of traditional materials. Our puppeteers animate every turn with crisp articulation and rhythmic precision, inviting spectators to join in Guignol’s quick-witted world without ever losing the thread of the story. The staging is crafted for proximity: you can feel the pulse of the performance, catch the glint of painted eyes, and sense how each scene builds toward a jubilant finale. While Guignol is undoubtedly the hero, the broader universe that surrounds him—friends, foils, and figures from Lyon’s rich tradition—infuses the play with texture and heart. We ensure that the experience remains welcoming for families, from the comfort of the seating to the clarity of sightlines and sound. Above all, this production carries the hallmark of our house: a living heritage offered with rigor, humor, and affection, so that every spectator, young and old, can step into the story and carry its spirit back out into the streets of Lyon.