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

Welcoming families to SALLE 2 - THEATRE MAISON DE GUIGNOL

From our seats here in SALLE 2 - THEATRE MAISON DE GUIGNOL, we are delighted to invite families, schools, and curious visitors to discover Mon Premier Guignol—a sparkling, first-encounter adventure with Lyon’s most beloved puppet. Our intimate black-box space amplifies the laughter, gasps, and call-and-response that make Guignol performances so special, surrounding audiences with the warmth of handcrafted scenery and live, nimble voices. The show is designed as a gateway: a bright, compact experience that introduces the archetypal characters, the cheeky humor, and the rhythm of participation that defines this living heritage. We prepare the stage so that even the youngest spectators can clearly see the action, and we tune the lighting and sound to be welcoming to first-time theatergoers. In SALLE 2 - THEATRE MAISON DE GUIGNOL, proximity matters; children read every expression, every wiggle of the marionettes, and adults rediscover the simple joy of storytelling that has animated our city for generations.

Inside the show and our ongoing artistic season

Mon Premier Guignol is shaped by our troupe as a playful primer on the universe of Guignol—his brave heart, quick wit, and unmistakable sense of justice. Expect the traditional cadence of audience participation, mischievous asides, and a gallery of familiar friends and foils, all set within scenery painted and built in our workshop. Because we steward a tradition born in Lyon, we treat this production as both initiation and invitation: children learn when to call out, how to help the hero, and why Guignol’s kindness and courage still matter. Beyond this title, our current season continues to evolve with fresh short-form adventures, holiday happenings, and family-friendly matinees that keep the repertoire lively without losing its roots. We have been expanding creative collaborations, deepening outreach with educators, and refining staging that fosters young attention spans while rewarding adult curiosity. The result is a living craft—renewed scripts, agile puppetry, and music cues that sparkle—purpose-built to make first theater memories unforgettable.

As a venue, we think of Mon Premier Guignol as a shared ritual: a welcoming first step into theater language, stage etiquette, and the gentle thrill of live performance. Our team crafts the experience from foyer to curtain call, guiding families to their seats, setting a pace that invites participation without overwhelming, and ensuring the stage picture is clear from every row in SALLE 2 - THEATRE MAISON DE GUIGNOL. We celebrate craftsmanship—timber frames, painted flats, and costumes that come alive under warm light—and the sheer dexterity of puppeteers who voice, move, and react in real time to the energy of the room. For parents and teachers, this show offers a uniquely Lyonnais cultural passport; for children, it’s the moment the stage starts to feel like home. Whether you are discovering Guignol anew or passing along a family tradition, we are proud to host this bright, accessible production and to continue championing the artistry that keeps the character’s generous spirit vivid, present, and powerfully local.