💛 Why we love it
The TNG is a bold and inspiring place where contemporary creation meets the imagination of childhood and youth. We love its innovative shows, its hybrid forms, and its commitment to making theatre accessible to all. It's a space for discovery, poetry, and experimentation.
The Théâtre Nouvelle Génération (TNG) is one of Lyon's two National Drama Centers. Spread across two sites – Vaise and Les Ateliers (Lyon 1st arrondissement) – it distinguishes itself through inventive programming focused on children, young people, and new theatrical forms. The TNG explores the intersections between theater, puppetry, digital arts, circus, and performance.
Presentation
The TNG is run by a team committed to contemporary creation and artistic experimentation. It hosts French and international companies, offers residencies, workshops and cultural activities for all audiences, especially young spectators.
Main features
- Address (Vaise) : 23 Rue de Bourgogne, 69009 Lyon.
- Address (The Workshops) : 5 Rue du Griffon, 69001 Lyon.
- Ability : approximately 300 seats in Vaise; ; 100 seats at the Workshops.
- Equipment : performance halls, creative workshops, exhibition spaces, foyer, studios.
- Programming : contemporary theatre, puppetry, digital arts, family shows, international creations.
Access and practical information
- Transport (Vaise) : Metro D (Gare de Vaise), bus 31, 43, 90.
- Transport (The Workshops) : Metro A (Hôtel de Ville), bus C13, C14.
- Parking : parking around both sites; public car parks nearby.
- Accessibility : accessible locations for people with reduced mobility, assistance available on request.
Practical advice
- For family shows, Book early: they are often fully booked.
- The Workshops offer an intimate atmosphere ideal for experimental forms.
- Arrive early to enjoy the art installations and temporary exhibitions.
