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

Welcome to SALLE 2 - THEATRE MAISON DE GUIGNOL

From our cozy stage in SALLE 2 - THEATRE MAISON DE GUIGNOL, we are thrilled to present Mon Premier Guignol, a joyful initiation into Lyon’s most beloved puppet tradition. Our perspective as the host venue is simple: we want the very first theatre memory for children to be warm, playful, and close-up, with every laugh and gasp shared among families. The intimate scale of SALLE 2 ensures crystal-clear visibility of the handcrafted marionettes, nuanced voice work, and rhythmic sound effects, while the audience sits close enough to feel part of the story. Mon Premier Guignol is designed for young spectators and their companions, blending the heritage of Guignol’s cheeky spirit with the reassuring rhythm of a first cultural experience. Expect lively call-and-response moments, gentle suspense, and a theatrical tempo shaped to tiny attention spans—without ever compromising the tradition that makes Guignol a treasure of Lyon. Our team welcomes you from the moment you step inside, guiding families to comfortable seats and setting the stage for discovery, smiles, and the special thrill that only live performance can deliver.

Artistic Momentum: Tradition Refreshed for Today’s Families

As a venue dedicated to this historic art, we witness daily how the Maison de Guignol creative team keeps the repertoire vibrant and responsive to today’s audiences. The artistry behind Mon Premier Guignol—nimble puppetry, precise timing, and playful writing—forms part of a broader season shaped by new collaborations with performers, musicians, and makers who honor the Lyonnais roots of Guignol while sharpening the show’s clarity for first-time theatergoers. Recent creations and refreshed productions in our program underline a commitment to narrative simplicity, colorful staging, and participatory cues that empower children to react, answer, and sometimes rescue their favorite characters. In SALLE 2 - THEATRE MAISON DE GUIGNOL, these choices become tangible: you can hear the laughter ripple, watch young viewers lean forward as a trickster peeks from behind a curtain, and feel how the dramaturgy is calibrated so that surprise never tips into fear. This season places special attention on sound textures, live voice work, and the musicality of movement—elements that speak directly to children who may be discovering theatre’s magic for the very first time.

Hosting Mon Premier Guignol in SALLE 2 allows us to highlight the care and craft that go into every scene change and punchline. The staging favors bold colors, clear silhouettes, and classic figures—Guignol, his allies, and his lovable rogues—so that even the youngest viewers can follow the action with confidence. Our perspective from the wings has shown us how the show invites kids to join the adventure: to warn a hero, to spot a hidden clue, to burst into applause when a plot twist lands. The performance champions values that resonate with families—cleverness over force, solidarity over bluster—while preserving the mischievous wit that defines the canon. Parents will appreciate the pacing, which alternates between gentle build-ups and bright comic releases, and the dramaturgical transparency that makes it easy to whisper explanations without breaking the spell. Above all, the proximity of SALLE 2 makes theatre feel accessible: no barrier between audience and stage, no intimidation, just a friendly encounter with a living tradition. Whether this is your child’s first curtain rise or a return visit to a favorite character, Mon Premier Guignol at SALLE 2 - THEATRE MAISON DE GUIGNOL is crafted to turn curiosity into delight and a simple outing into a memorable shared moment.