Pas Dodo - Théâtre à L'ouest - Lyon

Welcoming Pas Dodo to THEATRE A L'OUEST - LYON

At THEATRE A L'OUEST - LYON, we are delighted to open our doors to Pas Dodo, a stage experience that captures the magic and mischief of those late hours when sleep refuses to arrive. Presented in our intimate setting designed for clear sightlines and crisp acoustics, the show invites audiences of all ages to lean into the poetry of nighttime rituals, the gentle humor of delay tactics, and the flutter of imagination that keeps eyelids from closing. Our team has prepared a technical environment that honors the piece’s sensitivity to light, sound, and space: warm washes, delicate shadow play, and a sonic palette that moves from whisper to giggle to lull. Expect a production that balances playfulness with artistry, where movement and object theatre meet soft musicality, and where the language of the body communicates as eloquently as words. For family audiences, school groups, and curious spectators alike, Pas Dodo offers a tender, witty gateway to the world between wakefulness and dreams.

Artistic momentum, and what you’ll encounter on stage

The creative mind behind Pas Dodo continues a dynamic artistic journey this season, pursuing a body of work that bridges theatre, movement, and the sensory delights of sound and light. Their current momentum is marked by an emphasis on presence and simplicity—crafting moments that feel handmade, responsive, and close to the audience—while maintaining a touring rhythm that keeps the piece in conversation with diverse communities. At THEATRE A L'OUEST - LYON, we have leaned into that ethos with a staging plan that keeps the performers near, the transitions fluid, and the audience gently included in the flow of bedtime inventions. Rather than racing toward sleep, the show lingers—collecting little rituals, turning them over like treasures, and shaping them into scenes that evoke the universal tug-of-war between fatigue and curiosity. You’ll recognize the familiar signals of the end of the day, yet discover them anew through playful detours, unexpected props, and the choreography of small gestures that bloom into big feelings.

From our vantage point as a venue, Pas Dodo speaks to the heart of our programming: a belief that high-level artistry can be intimate, accessible, and full of wonder. The piece’s current life on stage highlights a creator attuned to the rhythms of young audiences and the adults who accompany them, with a practice that often invites post-show conversations, practical workshops, or school-time performances wherever the tour lands. In our hall, we support that dialogue by offering family-friendly performance slots, welcoming front-of-house teams, and a technical crew calibrated to nuanced cues and quiet moments. The scenography finds a home here: the soft-play of lighting cues, the tactile beauty of everyday objects transformed, and the musical underscoring that guides the audience from laughter to hush. Whether you arrive seeking a gentle first theatre experience or a fresh artistic lens on daily rituals, Pas Dodo at THEATRE A L'OUEST - LYON promises a shared nightfall—one built of imagination, care, and the delightful art of not quite going to sleep.