Les Vacances De Monsieur Guignol

Welcome to THEATRE LA MAISON DE GUIGNOL

At THEATRE LA MAISON DE GUIGNOL, we are delighted to welcome audiences for Les vacances de Monsieur Guignol, a joyful new chapter in the living tradition that Lyon has cherished for generations. Presented in our intimate, purpose-built home for puppetry, this production invites families, school groups, and curious visitors to revel in the wit, rhythm, and repartee that define the city’s most famous marionette. Rooted in the popular spirit of the canuts and shaped by centuries of neighborhood humor, Guignol’s world blossoms on our stage with hand-crafted artistry, nimble timing, and a keen sense for how children and adults laugh together. The holiday theme brings a sunny breeze into the room: the thrill of packing bags, the promise of adventure, and the inevitable mix-ups that Guignol transforms into laughter and clever solutions. From the first curtain lift, our team focuses on clarity and warmth—crisp voices, playful sound effects, and vivid scenery—so that even the youngest viewers can follow the action and join the chorus of call-and-response that makes every performance feel unique.

About Les vacances de Monsieur Guignol

Les vacances de Monsieur Guignol takes the timeless hero out of his usual routine and sets him on a merrily winding path toward rest that quickly becomes anything but restful. The production plays with the rituals of getting away—lists, last-minute errands, unexpected visitors—and turns them into comic situations powered by Guignol’s quick mind, big heart, and irresistible Lyonnais banter. While we preserve the hallmarks of the tradition—precise manipulation, expressive silhouettes, and a robust pace—our staging keeps a lively contemporary pulse, with visual gags and topical nods that children recognize and parents wink at. Expect the bright textures of painted backdrops, quick scene changes that feel like the turning of a page in a picture book, and rhythmic cues that guide the audience to cheer, warn, or celebrate right on time. Without ever betraying the roots of the character, the show embraces the spirit of vacation as a celebration of curiosity: a chance to meet new faces, solve small mysteries, and discover that wherever Guignol goes, community and solidarity are sure to follow. The result is a compact, spirited ride that respects young attention spans while giving older spectators layers of wordplay and stagecraft to savor.

As a venue dedicated to this living art, THEATRE LA MAISON DE GUIGNOL anchors a season where tradition and invention move hand in hand. Our resident artists continue refining puppetry techniques, dramaturgy, and visual design so that each new creation—Les vacances de Monsieur Guignol included—feels both familiar and freshly minted. We pay special attention to the musicality of speech and movement: the snap of the punchlines, the crisp rhythm of entrances, and the delicate choreography of marionettes that lets character and emotion bloom through wood, fabric, and light. Families who join us regularly tell us how their children graduate from simple laughter to sharp listening, spotting running jokes and recognizing the values that Guignol champions—generosity, clever resourcefulness, and the courage to speak up. In that spirit, this vacation-themed adventure leans into the pleasures of discovery, introducing playful obstacles that invite the audience to help guide the hero. Whether you are returning fans or first-time guests, you will find an atmosphere designed for shared attention: close to the stage, close to the story, and close to one another. From rehearsals to curtain calls, our team crafts an experience where the city’s heritage and today’s imagination meet, so that when the final applause rings out, the sparkle of holidays feels a little closer—and the promise of Guignol’s next escapade, a little brighter.