How about a stage where imagination knows no bounds? Here we are, standing before the Thèâtre Nouvelle Génération. It is a vibrant hub of creativity in Lyon.
The Thèâtre Nouvelle Génération, or TNG, is more than just a theatre. It is a place where stories come to life. It is a space for intergenerational exchange. The TNG has two locations. One is TNG-Vaise. The other is Les Ateliers-Presqu’île.
Let’s delve into the history of this iconic Lyon theatre. The story begins in 1960. Maurice Yendt founded the Thèâtre des Jeunes Années. In 1977, Yendt and Michel Dieuaide created the Biennale du Thèâtre Jeunes Publics in Lyon. This was a festival dedicated to young audiences. By 1981, the Thèâtre des Jeunes Années became the first Centre Dramatique National for young spectators.
Fast forward to 2004. Nino D’Introna was appointed director. The Thèâtre des Jeunes Années transformed into the Thèâtre Nouvelle Génération. In 2015, Joris Mathieu took the helm. He expanded the TNG. The Thèâtre Les Ateliers joined the TNG family. This solidified the TNG’s commitment to intergenerational and contemporary creation.
The TNG-Vaise has an interesting past. Initially, it was designed as a festival hall. That was between 1930 and 1933. Michel Roux-Spitz was the architect. Over the years, the building served various purposes. It was a school and a social security office. It even housed bathhouses and the local town hall. That was from 1964 to 1974. In 1979, it was converted into a theatre. The Thèâtre des Jeunes Années moved in 1980.
The Thèâtre Nouvelle Génération is known for its diverse and innovative programming. It hosts national and international performances. The TNG embraces various artistic disciplines. The Festival Ré-génération highlights emerging European theatre companies. Since 2015, the Micro Mondes festival immerses audiences in unique sensory experiences. No(s) Futurs explores visions of the future on stage. It emphasizes positive utopias.
The TNG is accessible by metro. The Valmy station is nearby. There is also a Vélo’v station in front of the theatre. The TNG is committed to accessibility for all. This includes people with mental disabilities. The theatre is wheelchair accessible too.
The Thèâtre Nouvelle Génération continues to inspire. It fosters creativity and brings people together through the power of theatre. It is a place where imagination takes center stage.