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

Welcome to SALLE 2 - THEATRE MAISON DE GUIGNOL

As a historic home for popular theatre in Lyon, we are proud to open the doors of SALLE 2 - THEATRE MAISON DE GUIGNOL to families and first-time spectators for Mon Premier Guignol. Hosting this production from Le Théâtre La Maison de Guignol means welcoming audiences into a warm, intimate space where the art of hand-crafted puppetry and the lively humor of our city come alive at close range. The staging favors clear, playful storytelling, with bright visual cues, rhythmic percussion, and the beloved repartee that has made Guignol a companion to generations of children. From your seat in SALLE 2, you will see every expressive gesture, catch each mischievous aside, and feel the audience’s shared excitement as children answer the stage with laughter and call-and-response. Our team calibrates lighting and sound to keep the action crisp and accessible, while preserving the spontaneity and cheeky spirit that define this Lyonnais treasure.

About Mon Premier Guignol and our season’s energy

Mon Premier Guignol is designed as a gentle, joyful gateway into the universe of Guignol: the quick wit, the nimble trickery, and the moral compass wrapped in farce. The show embraces the tempo and clarity that young audiences need—simple stakes, bold characters, and visual humor—while giving adults the sly asides and bursts of improvisation they recognize from their own childhood visits. For us at SALLE 2 - THEATRE MAISON DE GUIGNOL, presenting this piece also reflects the current artistic momentum of the Maison de Guignol troupe: a season anchored in intergenerational transmission, new writing that refreshes classic situations, and topical nods that keep the characters rooted in today’s everyday life. The company’s puppeteers prioritize precise manipulation, expressive voices, and musical accents that guide attention without overwhelming small ears, ensuring that first-time spectators follow the story and feel confident joining in when Guignol asks for their help.

From the stage manager’s quiet cue to the final wave from behind the miniature set, the experience in SALLE 2 - THEATRE MAISON DE GUIGNOL is crafted to be friendly, immersive, and memorable. The compact, human-scale room enhances visibility and fosters participation; children recognize quickly that their reactions matter, and they become active partners in the adventure. Our staff welcomes families with care, guiding them to seats that suit the youngest viewers and helping everyone settle before the curtains part. While Mon Premier Guignol highlights the roots of a Lyonnais icon, the artistic craftsmanship is unmistakably present-tense: refreshed costumes, living language, and a choreography of entrances and exits that keeps the pace buoyant from start to finish. We are delighted to share this invitation to discovery and to see new spectators meet Guignol for the very first time on our stage, where tradition and playfulness continue to flourish.