Academic Resources (AND BEYOND):

By Richard J. Hand and Michael Wilson

A full book overview of the theatre, from behind the scenes elements to a full historical overview. I would highly recommend starting here as it is also extremely readable. 

 By Richard J. Hand and Michael Wilson 

A more focused look into the Grand-Guignol in relation to modern and historical performance, including acting exercises and shortened plays for rehearsal purposes.

 By Richard J. Hand and Michael Wilson 

A deep dive into London's own short lived Grand-Guignol theatre with a great historical overview and performance differences from the Parisian original. 

By Mel Gordon

Another dive into the original Parisian theatre with sections going over: history, influence, stage craft, play synopses, the draw of the Guignol, an autobiographical entry from Paula Maxa, and two translations.

 By František Deák 

A brief overview of the theatre going over both history and performance style. A short read, especially good for casts and/or crews.

By Daniel Gerould

A semi-biographical paper examining  Oscar Méténier's life and his theatrical evolution (culminating in his running/founding of the Grand-Guignol).

By Agnès Pierron and Deborah Treisman

A short but sweet introduction to the theatre with numerous images throughout that assist in understanding some of the more visual components of the theatre.

By Tanja Jurković

This paper interrogates the portrayal of violence on the Grand-Guignol stage and the effect it can cause on its audience as a form of violent entertainment. 

By Felicia J. Ruff

Rather than portraying the theatre as one of horror, this paper brings to light the comedic elements of the Guignol and how integrated humor was to the theatre's success. 

By Karen Quigley

This paper serves to interrogate the concept of fainting and audience reaction within Guignol performance. 

 By Dr Helen Brooks

A short but effective video lecture delving into the London Grand-Guignol's repertoire and (most notably) how these plays impacted audiences of the time.