Les Vacances De Monsieur Guignol

Welcome to THEATRE LA MAISON DE GUIGNOL

At THEATRE LA MAISON DE GUIGNOL, we proudly carry forward Lyon’s living tradition of marionette theatre, welcoming families, first-time visitors, and devoted regulars to discover the sparkle of Guignol’s wit on our stage. Our house has long been a meeting point for heritage and contemporary imagination, where skilled puppeteers animate handcrafted figures with the kind of precision, humor, and heart that keep audiences leaning forward from the first cue to the last bow. As a venue, we champion performances that speak to all generations: children delight in the playfulness and the call-and-response energy, while adults savor the sly social observations and the craftsmanship in the voices, gestures, and timing. With each new production, we renew the promise that a Guignol story can be both timeless and fresh—rooted in Lyonnais spirit yet inviting everyone, whether local or visiting, to share in the laughter and the surprises that make an afternoon or evening at our theatre an unforgettable ritual.

About Les Vacances de Monsieur Guignol

Les Vacances de Monsieur Guignol brings the beloved hero out of his routine and into the unexpected—a holiday that never quite goes as planned, in classic Guignol fashion. On our stage, the show unfurls like a sunny postcard that keeps getting scribbled over by mishaps and misunderstandings: a suitcase that refuses to cooperate, a seaside or countryside escape where the rules of rest collide with the irresistible impulse to set things right. Expect the familiar voices and rhythms of the Guignol universe—brisk repartee, spirited sound cues, and the nimble choreography of marionettes that seem to breathe—alongside fresh scenic touches that transport young spectators and amuse their elders in equal measure. The performance embraces audience participation with a warm, playful tone; children are invited to help Guignol make clever choices, while grown-ups catch the winks to everyday life. This holiday adventure is designed with a compact, family-friendly pace, changing scenes with the snap of a fan and the flick of a wrist, so attention never flags and the laughter returns in waves.

For this season, our artistic team at THEATRE LA MAISON DE GUIGNOL has invested in new scenography elements and original musical punctuations that enhance the clarity of the storytelling, highlighting the resourcefulness and generosity that define our hero. We have focused on the tactile beauty of traditional materials—wood, fabric, and paint—so that every entrance feels like an unveiling, and every prop carries a hint of the workshop that shaped it. Our writers and puppeteers continue to refine Guignol’s voice to reflect today’s families: the humor remains mischievous and kind, the pace zesty, and the moral compass unwavering. Les Vacances de Monsieur Guignol is part of a wider repertoire that we rotate across the year, with special attention to school holidays so that matinees welcome children, parents, and grandparents together. We complement performances with outreach moments and post-show conversations when schedules permit, inviting young spectators to ask about the strings, the voices, and the secrets of bringing a character to life. Whether you are discovering Guignol for the first time or returning to greet an old friend, this new holiday escapade invites you to take a breath, share a laugh, and remember how theatre—small in scale but grand in emotion—can turn a simple day off into a cherished memory.