Les Vacances De Monsieur Guignol

Les Vacances de Monsieur Guignol at THEATRE LA MAISON DE GUIGNOL

At THEATRE LA MAISON DE GUIGNOL, we are delighted to welcome audiences for Les Vacances de Monsieur Guignol, a sunny, laughter-filled adventure that celebrates the living heritage of Lyon’s most emblematic puppet. From the moment the curtain rises, families will recognize the spirited wit, quick repartee, and joyous audience interplay that have defined the tradition for generations. In this new holiday escapade, Guignol trades his everyday bustle for a well-earned getaway, only to discover that “vacation” often means unexpected twists, nimble problem-solving, and heartwarming encounters along the way. Our stage team puts craftsmanship front and center: hand-carved figures, deft manipulation, playful sound cues, and colorful sets evoke seaside breezes and village squares with vivid charm. The storytelling remains inclusive and agile, inviting children to answer questions, cheer for the hero, and participate in gentle mischief, while adults catch the classic Lyonnaise humor woven into the dialogue. Les Vacances de Monsieur Guignol is built to be welcoming and accessible—bright, rhythmic, and clear—so first-time visitors laugh alongside lifelong aficionados, and everyone leaves with sand-in-the-shoes energy and a smile.

Our season and artistic highlights

As the resident venue dedicated to this time-honored art, THEATRE LA MAISON DE GUIGNOL continues to support a vibrant season shaped by new stories, refreshed staging, and a thoughtful approach to family programming. Around Les Vacances de Monsieur Guignol, our artistic team nurtures original scripts that capture the spirit of Guignol—resourcefulness, fairness, and good humor—while embracing contemporary themes such as kindness, cooperation, and respect for community spaces. We maintain a dynamic rehearsal schedule to refine pacing, sharpen comic beats, and keep the improvisational sparkle that makes each performance feel unique. Our puppeteers and stage artisans continually update costume textures, lighting palettes, and musical transitions to ensure crisp visibility and rich atmospherics, even for the youngest spectators. Educational activities and behind-the-scenes talks are regularly integrated into our calendar, offering a close look at how a gesture, a voice inflection, or a rhythmic drum accent can transform a wooden figure into a living character. Whether you’re discovering Guignol for the first time or returning with new generations, the season invites you to experience the art form in its most immediate, handcrafted intimacy.

Visiting THEATRE LA MAISON DE GUIGNOL for Les Vacances de Monsieur Guignol is an invitation to savor the conviviality of a neighborhood playhouse in the heart of Lyon. Our auditorium is designed for clarity of sightlines and sound so that every child can follow the action and every adult can appreciate the finesse of the manipulation. The welcome is warm, the pace family-friendly, and the setting intimate enough for the puppeteers’ virtuosity to shine. Expect a lively rhythm—moments of zany chase, bursts of call-and-response, and gentle pauses that let the story breathe—crafted to keep children engaged without overwhelming them. We encourage early planning for groups and families, and we’re happy to guide you to the best seats for little ones eager to see the stage up close. Whether you make the show the centerpiece of a day out or a spontaneous treat, our team is on hand to help you settle in, share a laugh, and enjoy a performance where tradition and freshness meet. Les Vacances de Monsieur Guignol is more than an outing; it’s a living moment of Lyon’s cultural identity, warmly hosted by a theatre devoted to keeping that identity vibrant and welcoming.