In Vieux Lyon, at 11 rue Juiverie, L'Âne Rouge combines a meal with magic and comedy acts. The dinner show takes place in a vaulted 16th-century cellar: the closeness to the performers and the stone walls give this venue its café-theatre character, far removed from the format of a large cabaret.
How does the evening unfold?
Guests settle in for dinner, while several performances punctuate the service before a longer show sequence. The programme changes according to the date: the magicians and comedians are not necessarily the same from one evening to the next. Choosing the show therefore matters as much as choosing the meal.
What sets this dinner show apart?
The setting is one of the main attractions: an old cellar on rue Juiverie, in the Saint-Paul neighbourhood. Performances often involve the audience, reinforcing the sense of an intimate evening. It is an option suited to couples, friends and, depending on the programme, families with children old enough to enjoy an evening show.
An option for groups
The establishment states that it can open at lunchtime for groups of more than 15 people, by prior reservation: an option worth knowing about for a club outing or group birthday celebration.
Know before you book
Check the advertised performers and packages for your chosen evening; prices and the running order vary, particularly for special evenings. To enjoy the neighbourhood, you can arrive earlier and wander through Saint-Paul’s pedestrian streets before dinner.
