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 welcome families and first-time theatergoers to discover Mon Premier Guignol, a joyful introduction to Lyon’s most famous puppet. Our hall was designed for the intimate magic of puppetry: clear sightlines for young eyes, a close relationship between stage and audience, and warm acoustics that highlight every inflection of the voices behind the castelet. From the moment you take your seat, our team sets a calm, playful atmosphere that helps little ones settle into the experience, while ensuring the energy, color, and rhythm that Guignol demands are fully present. We pride ourselves on the care taken with lighting, sound, and stagecraft so that every child can feel safely immersed without being overwhelmed. As the custodians of a living tradition, we curate performances that respect the heritage of the character while feeling fresh for today’s families—an approach that makes Mon Premier Guignol a perfect first step into the world of theater and a celebration of Lyon’s cultural identity under our roof.

Mon Premier Guignol: A Living Lyonnais Tradition

Mon Premier Guignol is crafted as a gateway performance, inviting children to meet Guignol and his friends up close and to take part in the story with the spontaneous call-and-response that has animated Lyonnais puppet booths for generations. In our SALLE 2 - THEATRE MAISON DE GUIGNOL, the format emphasizes immediacy: the close quarters transform every giggle, gasp, and whispered aside into part of the show’s music. Expect the spirited pace, clever wordplay, and nimble physical comedy that have always defined Guignol, balanced with gentle cues designed for very young audiences. The beloved figures—quick-witted Guignol, the good-hearted Madelon, and the convivial Gnafron—model resourcefulness, friendship, and a playful sense of justice. Our puppeteers champion the craft in its purest form: expressive hand-puppet technique, precise timing, and carefully sculpted voices that give each character distinct life. Without relying on heavy effects, the staging favors bright colors, rhythmic sound motifs, and crisp storytelling, so that children can follow the action with ease and feel empowered to join in the adventure.

As a venue dedicated to the vitality of this art form, we also accompany the troupe’s ongoing artistic life beyond each performance of Mon Premier Guignol. The Maison de Guignol ensemble continues to develop new stories for families throughout the season, refining texts, carving fresh characters, and exploring contemporary themes while remaining faithful to the spirit of the Lyonnais hero. Our curatorial focus in SALLE 2 - THEATRE MAISON DE GUIGNOL highlights that creative momentum: programming that favors short, sparkling formats for young attention spans; holiday cycles that bring returning families together; and school-time showings that introduce classes to the pleasure of live performance. With every run of Mon Premier Guignol, our teams fine-tune the choreography of entrances, the tempo of jokes, and the moments of audience participation, ensuring that each date feels alive and responsive to the room. We invite you to share in this living heritage with us, to watch a new generation discover the thrill of theatre, and to see how, in Lyon, Guignol still speaks directly to the curiosity and courage of children—right here in our SALLE 2.