Les Vacances De Monsieur Guignol

Welcome to THEATRE LA MAISON DE GUIGNOL

At THEATRE LA MAISON DE GUIGNOL, we are proud to open our doors to families, curious visitors, and loyal Lyonnais for Les Vacances de Monsieur Guignol, a joyous celebration of the city’s beloved puppet and the living tradition that began in the lanes of Croix-Rousse. From our vantage point, the pleasure of hosting this production lies in seeing different generations share the same laughter and the same sense of wonder as Guignol navigates his latest summertime escapade. Our stage is intimate by design: the sightlines bring audiences close to the artistry of carved wood, expressive textiles, and deft handwork, while the acoustics favor the warmth of live voices and the swift repartee that defines this heritage. We curate each performance to preserve spontaneity—those moments when a child’s remark inspires a witty aside—and to honor the rhythm of Lyon’s own storytelling culture. With careful attention to lighting, music, and scenic detail, we frame the show so that the mischief, tenderness, and social bite of Guignol arrive with clarity for young spectators while offering sly layers for adults.

Les Vacances de Monsieur Guignol on our stage

Les Vacances de Monsieur Guignol finds the hero stepping into the sunny spirit of time off while discovering that rest often comes with delightful complications. As a venue, we relish the way this production balances breezy comic energy with artisanal finesse: snappy dialogues, lively chases, and surprise entrances bloom within a stage picture that feels handcrafted yet dynamic. Audiences can expect vibrant character contrasts—Monsieur Guignol’s resourcefulness sparring with blustering figures or crafty tricksters—played with timing that invites cheers, groans, and the pure pleasure of participation. Our team supports the puppeteers’ craft through crisp cues and subtle musical textures that give every entrance a nudge of personality and every prank a percussive wink. True to Lyon’s tradition, the language sparkles without losing accessibility for younger ears, and the humor keeps a generous heart. We have shaped the room so that even the quiet gestures—a conspiratorial glance or a tiny shrug—carry to the back rows, preserving the intimacy that makes Guignol more than a character: he becomes a companion in mischief, a neighbor with a twinkle in his eye.

Beyond this staging, our current season spotlights the living artistry around Guignol: new scenographic research for compact stages, refinements in puppet articulation that enhance expressiveness, and a continued exploration of musical motifs that can swing from playful to poetic in the turn of a phrase. As custodians of a local icon, we champion the craftsmanship behind the curtain—woodworkers, costumers, and performers who continually refresh traditions without losing their soul. We have dedicated matinee slots for families and school groups, with performances calibrated to the pace of young audiences while retaining the cross-generational wit that keeps parents and grandparents engaged. For visitors discovering Lyon, THEATRE LA MAISON DE GUIGNOL offers a cultural crossroads where neighborhood atmosphere meets professional stagecraft; for locals, it is a living room for shared memory. Les Vacances de Monsieur Guignol crystallizes that mission: a tale of rest and escapade that sneaks in reflections about community, ingenuity, and kindness. From the first curtain rise to the last bow, our promise is to surround the puppeteers with the finest conditions—honest acoustics, responsive lighting, and attentive hosting—so the laughter, the rhythm, and the character of Guignol resonate well beyond the theatre door, into the traboules and along the rivers that shape our city’s heartbeat.