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

A family’s first rendezvous with Guignol at SALLE 2 - THEATRE MAISON DE GUIGNOL

At SALLE 2 - THEATRE MAISON DE GUIGNOL, we are delighted to welcome audiences for Mon Premier Guignol, a gentle, playful initiation into Lyon’s most beloved puppet tradition. Presented in our intimate SALLE 2, the show has been conceived with first-time theatregoers in mind: children discover the joy of live performance up close, while adults reconnect with the mischievous spirit and quick wit that made Guignol a cultural treasure. The room’s cozy scale enhances the craft of the puppeteers—the subtle tilt of a head, the snap of a retort, the burst of laughter that ripples through the crowd—and encourages the timeless call-and-response that makes Guignol performances so alive. Expect colorful hand-crafted scenery, rhythmic pacing suited to young attention spans, and a warm atmosphere that invites participation. Our team accompanies families from arrival to applause, creating a welcoming, reassuring environment where curiosity grows with every scene and where the magic of wooden characters springs to life just an arm’s length away.

Le Théâtre La Maison de Guignol: tradition renewed for today’s young audiences

Le Théâtre La Maison de Guignol carries forward an artistic lineage that is both historic and refreshingly present, and Mon Premier Guignol sits at the heart of that mission. The company’s current season continues to focus on transmission—introducing the youngest spectators to the humor, music, and rhythms that have animated Guignol for generations. The creative team refreshes the repertoire with crisp staging, lively timing, and meticulous puppetry that highlights character expression and physical comedy without overwhelming new viewers. In Mon Premier Guignol, themes of friendship, resourcefulness, and playful mischief are woven into a sequence of accessible tableaux, each designed to spark interaction and laughter. The puppeteers’ dexterity allows humor to land across ages, while subtle nods to local flavor keep the spirit of Lyon alive. As a venue, we value how the production balances clarity for children with clever touches for adults, making it a shared experience rather than a simple introduction. It is a living example of how heritage theatre can feel immediate, spirited, and resonant for contemporary families.

Presenting Mon Premier Guignol in SALLE 2 - THEATRE MAISON DE GUIGNOL lets us offer what our audience cherishes most: proximity, warmth, and the feeling of being part of the play. The sightlines encourage full engagement, and the closeness between stage and seats helps children read emotions and actions intuitively, transforming the show into a conversation. Our team tailors front-of-house care to families—welcoming early arrivals, guiding first-time visitors, and supporting a relaxed, joyful atmosphere that reduces the intimidation of a “first theatre.” We recommend arriving a little ahead of time to settle in and soak up the room’s charming ambiance before the curtain rises. Mon Premier Guignol is a celebration of craft, laughter, and community; it is also a reminder that theatre can be both a doorway to culture and an immediate, tactile delight. We invite you to join us at SALLE 2 - THEATRE MAISON DE GUIGNOL for a performance that honors Lyon’s heritage while opening a new chapter of discovery for the next generation of spectators.