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

Welcome to SALLE 2 - THEATRE MAISON DE GUIGNOL

At SALLE 2 - THEATRE MAISON DE GUIGNOL, we are delighted to open our doors to families, first-time theatregoers, and long-time lovers of Lyon’s living puppet tradition. Our intimate room is designed so that every child can see the stage clearly, hear every whisper and cheer, and feel close to the action as the puppets spring to life. We carefully shape the ambiance—lighting, sound, and handcrafted décor—to nurture curiosity and ease stage fright for the youngest spectators. Our team greets you at the entrance, guides you to your seats, and creates a relaxed, playful atmosphere that makes live performance feel accessible and welcoming. In this spirit, we are proud to host Mon premier Guignol, a joyful introduction to the world of Guignol that celebrates the humor, rhythm, and kindness at the heart of the tradition. The show is more than an outing; it’s a first theatrical memory, a shared moment for children and adults, where laughter and participation transform the room into a collective playground.

Mon premier Guignol on Our Stage

Mon premier Guignol is crafted especially for young audiences, paced to keep little eyes bright and little hands ready to clap. The story draws on the endearing figures of the repertoire—Guignol, his loyal friends, and the mischievous troublemakers who stir the pot—so that children recognize clear emotions and simple choices: courage, honesty, teamwork, and the joy of helping others. Our puppeteers love to invite participation, and in SALLE 2 that invitation feels immediate: expect call-and-response moments, playful warnings, and the kind of cheerful commotion where a chorus of “Attention, Guignol!” becomes part of the storytelling. The sets are lovingly painted, the props tactile and colorful, the timing musical without ever overwhelming sensitive listeners. We keep the experience compact and lively, creating a safe space for a first step into theater. Parents tell us the room’s scale is reassuring; children tell us the characters feel like friends. As hosts, we treasure both reactions, because they are the heartbeat of this performance and the reason it thrives on our stage.

Behind the scenes, the artists who animate Mon premier Guignol maintain a vibrant creative rhythm that keeps the tradition fresh. Working within THEATRE MAISON DE GUIGNOL, they refine scripts, refresh staging, and experiment with new visual details, all while honoring the playful language and quick wit that make these characters timeless. Their current season focuses on stories that spark conversation at home—adventures where choices have consequences, laughter dissolves fears, and kindness wins the day—alongside family-friendly activities that introduce children to puppetry craft. On our side, SALLE 2 adapts to these artistic ambitions with flexible scheduling, additional daytime performances during school holidays, and attentive front-of-house care for young audiences: clear wayfinding, calm pre-show announcements, and practical touches that help everyone settle in. We invite you to join us for Mon premier Guignol, to watch the magic happen just an arm’s length away, and to feel how our room, our team, and our puppeteers work in harmony to offer a first theater experience that is gentle, bright, and unforgettable.