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

Mon Premier Guignol at SALLE 2 - THEATRE MAISON DE GUIGNOL

At SALLE 2 - THEATRE MAISON DE GUIGNOL, we take particular pride in hosting Mon Premier Guignol, a joyful introduction to Lyon’s most beloved puppet hero on an intimate stage that brings every expression and gesture to life. From the moment families settle into our cosy room, the world behind the petite castelet unfurls with laughter, rhythm, and the unmistakable spirit of Guignol. Our team designs every performance detail to welcome first-time theatregoers: clear sightlines from every seat, gentle light that frames each scene, and the close proximity that turns the audience into full participants. Children’s voices guide the tempo, with call-and-response moments that Guignol’s tradition cherishes, while adults enjoy the wit and craftsmanship that have kept these characters vibrant for generations. We champion this encounter as a first step into live performance—tactile, human, and brimming with music-like cadence in the puppeteers’ voices—so youngsters discover that theatre is a place where they are invited to speak up, cheer the hero, and feel the stage answer back.

Our season’s artistic pulse

As a venue committed to living heritage, we support the artists behind Mon Premier Guignol as they refresh classic figures—Guignol, Madelon, and Gnafron—with new rhythms, playful language, and crisp physical comedy. This season’s work emphasises clarity for young audiences without sacrificing the topical humour adults recognise, weaving in themes of friendship, resourcefulness, and fairness that echo the character’s origins. The company continues to deepen its craft with newly refurbished puppets, agile scene changes, and bright, textural soundscapes that keep little ears alert without overwhelming them. We host regular matinee times designed for families, and our stage team works closely with the puppeteers so the pace, timing, and audience participation remain crisp from the first entrance to the final bow. Beyond the performance itself, the artists sustain an ongoing cycle of creations and workshops that nurture future spectators and makers—initiatives we are proud to accompany in our programming as they expand Guignol’s language for today’s Lyon. Mon Premier Guignol anchors this momentum: a gateway show that proves tradition can feel startlingly fresh when it’s performed a few steps from your seat.

On our SALLE 2 - THEATRE MAISON DE GUIGNOL stage, the experience is deliberately hands-on and human-scaled, perfect for a first encounter with theatre. The show’s compact scenes build a rhythm that helps children follow the story, while the puppeteers’ quicksilver timing keeps the laughter rolling. Expect playful mischief, a dash of gentle suspense, and the joyful moment when the audience’s voice becomes part of the action—an essential hallmark of Guignol in Lyon. We prepare the room with family comfort in mind, from the welcoming front-of-house to the careful balance of sound so every exclamation from behind the little proscenium lands with clarity. For us, presenting Mon Premier Guignol is a way of opening a door: to a tradition shaped here, to a living practice that still speaks in the present tense, and to the magical feeling of proximity that our stage can offer. Whether you are sharing your own childhood memories or discovering Guignol for the very first time, our team is ready to host you in SALLE 2 - THEATRE MAISON DE GUIGNOL for a performance where craft, humour, and audience energy meet just an arm’s length from the game—and the gags—onstage.