THEATRE/CONCERT HALL

Théâtre des Marionnettes du jardin du Luxembourg

Jardin du Luxembourg - 75006 Paris Musée d'Orsay - Saint-Germain-des-Prés

The theater is currently closed for renovations. It is scheduled to reopen in the fall of 2026.

Since 1933, Guignol, the main character in French puppet shows, has taken up residence in the Jardin du Luxembourg. The theatre from which he performs was founded and created by Robert Desarthis. His son, Françis-Claude Desarthis, controls Guignol and also acts as an author-adapter-interpreter and director. The Théâtre des Marionnettes at the Jardin du Luxembourg is a large modern building (heated in the winter and well ventilated in the summer) equipped with perfected machinery for string puppet or glove puppet performances. It is the biggest theatre of this type in France: it can seat up to 275 people. The theatre is open on Wednesday, Saturday, Sunday, public holidays and during school holidays.

Opening times and prices

More info on rates:

Individual rate: €7.50 per person

More info about group visits:

Group rates (schools, recreation centers, daycare centers, organizations, etc.): €6.50 per person

More info on opening times:

The Luxembourg Puppet Theater is open every Wednesday, Saturday, Sunday, on holidays, and during school breaks. We recommend arriving 30 minutes before the show begins. Closed in August, on December 24, 25, and 31, and on January 1.