Mon Premier Guignol - Le Théâtre La Maison De Guignol, Lyon

Mon Premier Guignol at SALLE 2 - THEATRE MAISON DE GUIGNOL

We are delighted to open the doors of SALLE 2 - THEATRE MAISON DE GUIGNOL to welcome families and first-time theatergoers for Mon Premier Guignol, a lively encounter with Lyon’s beloved puppet hero. In our intimate second space, every seat feels close to the miniature stage, amplifying the hand-crafted details, quick-fire humor, and spirited call-and-response that define the tradition. Our team has curated a setting tailored to young audiences and their companions: warm lighting, clear sightlines, and a compact stage architecture that foregrounds the puppeteers’ dexterity without breaking the spell of the booth. Here, children discover Guignol’s sense of justice and mischief, while adults recognize the timeless social wit that made this character an emblem of the city. The atmosphere is convivial and welcoming, with attentive front-of-house staff to guide you from foyer to seat, ensuring that your first steps into this heritage are comfortable, playful, and memorable.

Artistic news at Le Théâtre La Maison de Guignol

Le Théâtre La Maison de Guignol continues a dynamic season dedicated to renewing the repertoire while safeguarding its historical DNA. Our puppeteers and artisans have been refining scenic miniatures, refreshing costumes, and deepening the musical punctuation and sound effects that contour each entrance, pratfall, and cane-tap. Recent months have seen an emphasis on audience participation and storytelling clarity for younger spectators, alongside workshops that illuminate how a wooden figure becomes a lively stage partner through gesture, rhythm, and voice. The creative team explores themes that resonate with today’s families—fair play, curiosity, and community spirit—without losing the repartee and audacity that define Guignol, Gnafron, and Madelon. Onstage and behind the scenes, the company is developing new short formats for early learners and polishing revivals for intergenerational crowds, maintaining a nimble balance between discovery and tradition that keeps each performance fresh within our storied walls.

Mon Premier Guignol has been shaped with particular care for those stepping into this universe for the first time. In SALLE 2 - THEATRE MAISON DE GUIGNOL, the show plays like a primer to the codes of Guignol: the rhythm of the dialogue, the playful back-and-forth with the audience, the clear stakes and joyous resolution. Expect colorful décors evoking familiar corners of Lyon, expressive puppets whose gestures read beautifully from every row, and a narrative arc that champions cleverness over bluster. The performance is intentionally brisk and engaging, with gentle sound levels and vivid cues that guide young eyes and ears. We recommend arriving a little early to settle in and enjoy the stage picture before the curtain rises; our ushers can assist with booster cushions and seating so children have an unobstructed view. Whether you grew up with this tradition or are discovering it alongside your child, Mon Premier Guignol promises an experience anchored in the city’s heritage and carried by the living energy of our stage.