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

Mon Premier Guignol at SALLE 2 - THEATRE MAISON DE GUIGNOL

From our stage to your seats, SALLE 2 - THEATRE MAISON DE GUIGNOL is delighted to open its doors to families and first-time theatregoers for Mon Premier Guignol, a joyful introduction to the living heritage of Lyon’s beloved marionnette. As the venue hosting this performance, we’ve shaped an intimate setting where young audiences feel safe, seen, and ready to laugh: clear sightlines, gentle soundscapes, and a warm welcome that begins the moment you cross the threshold. Mon Premier Guignol celebrates the mischievous spirit, quick wit, and everyday courage that have defined Guignol for generations, all distilled into a format tailored to curious eyes and ears discovering the magic of theatre. Expect playful interaction, bright visual storytelling, and a tempo that invites children to join the rhythm without ever feeling rushed. In our black box atmosphere, the craft of puppetry shines: every gesture is visible, every chuckle contagious, and every beat of the story lands close to the heart. We host this show with pride because it honors tradition while meeting today’s families where they are—eager for a shared cultural moment that is as accessible as it is unforgettable.

Artistic highlights and a season of creation

Behind Mon Premier Guignol stands a passionate creative team for whom the stage is a living workshop. From our perspective as the presenting venue, this season is marked by a renewed focus on detail: hand-finished costumes that catch the light just so, rhythmic cues that guide audience participation, and carefully curated transitions that help the youngest spectators follow along with ease. The troupe’s artistic direction has leaned into clarity and humor, polishing classic beats while enriching them with new musical textures and playful stage business designed for modern family audiences. We’ve seen them refine call-and-response moments to empower children to speak up at just the right time, and to fold in soft, sensory-friendly pauses that keep the room engaged and comfortable. Their rehearsal room buzz has been unmistakable—puppeteers trading timing notes, adjusting the timbre of voices, and testing small surprises that reward attentive listening. As presenters, we accompany these evolutions by adjusting lighting warmth, seating flow, and pre-show welcome so the first encounter with Guignol becomes a ritual children can cherish. The artistic news, from our vantage point, is simple and exciting: a steady, confident maturation of craft aimed at making this emblematic character newly luminous for the very first audience that matters—children seeing theatre for the first time.

Welcoming you to SALLE 2 - THEATRE MAISON DE GUIGNOL for Mon Premier Guignol means curating an entire experience around the performance itself. We’ve planned a calm arrival to ease little ones into the space, thoughtful guidance in the aisles so families can settle together, and a post-show atmosphere where the wonder of the last scene can linger a few moments longer. Inside the room, the scenic language is bright and legible: colorful façades and props evoke a friendly neighborhood where mischief meets fairness, and where the smallest act of bravery is applauded. The puppetry unfolds with delightful precision—voices that spring from behind the castelet, percussive beats that signal a comic twist, and the kind of physical humor that makes both children and parents laugh at the same time but for slightly different reasons. We value that intergenerational sparkle; it’s the heartbeat of our programming and the reason we’ve placed this show at the center of our family offerings. If you’re introducing a child to theatre for the first time, Mon Premier Guignol offers everything we, as a venue, believe in: a clear story, a generous welcome, and the unmistakable thrill of shared discovery inside SALLE 2 - THEATRE MAISON DE GUIGNOL.