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Café-Théâtre La Maison de Guignol
Cafe-theater
Last updated date : 09/06/2026
La Maison de Guignol, an iconic theatre in Old Lyon, puts on puppet shows during the day and transforms into a café-theatre in the evening. It offers a varied programme, blending Lyon’s traditional heritage with contemporary theatre.
As night falls, the venue changes pace and becomes a café-theatre hosting a succession of comedies, one-man shows and comedy acts. The programme evolves throughout the year, alternating between new productions, contemporary plays and regular events, in an intimate venue that fosters a close connection with the performers.
La Maison de Guignol also hosts café-théâtre workshops and offers formats tailored to groups, events or on-demand sessions, thereby extending the experience beyond the simple performance.
Combining popular tradition with a vibrant stage, the venue reveals itself as a comprehensive cultural space, where Guignol shares the bill with an eclectic programme designed for all audiences.
Practical information
Address
2 montée du Gourguillon - 69005 Lyon 5ème
Prices
One price: 18 €
Adult: 18 €
Child: from 15 €.
Free entry for children under 1, people over 99.
Group rate available for 15 people or more.
Group: contact us.
Performances at the Maison de Guignol café-theater are available at a reduced rate for Lyon City Card and Lyon City Card 1-year holders: €13.20 instead of €20.
Openings
All year round on Tuesday and Wednesday between 9.30 am and 5.30 pm. On Thursday between 9.30 am and 9.30 pm. On Friday and Saturday between 9.30 am and 11.30 pm. On Sunday between 9.30 am and 5.30 pm.
Closed exceptionally on December 25th.
Cafe-theater
Café-Théâtre La Maison de Guignol
2 montée du Gourguillon - 69005 Lyon 5ème
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