LaplandUK

LaplandUK is based on two Original Stories Written by Mike & Alison Battle 'The Untold Story of Father Christmas' & 'The Secrets of the Christmas Elves'.

LaplandUK is an immersive, theatrical experience based on an original adaptation, centred around a child’s fleeting belief in Father Christmas. Putting families at the centre of the storyline, the 4/4.5-hour experience allows families to explore an ancient Elven civilisation through a magical world of storytelling that fuses the spectacle of a filmset with the performance of theatre.

Lapland London Location

Whitmoor Forest, Swinley Road, Winkfield Row, Ascot, SL5 8BD

Lapland London Rehearsal Dates 

Between October – November 2025

Lapland London Dress Rehearsal

4th & 5th November 2025

Lapland London Preview

6th November 2025

Lapland London Opening Day

8th November 2025

Lapland London End of Contract

24th December 2025

Lapland Manchester Location

Congleton Rd, Siddington, Macclesfield SK11 9JY

Lapland Manchester Rehearsal Dates

Between October – November 2025

Lapland Manchester Dress Rehearsal

7th & 8th November 2025

Lapland Manchester Preview

9th November 2025

Lapland Manchester Opening Day

13th November 2025

Lapland Manchester End of Contract

24th December 2025

We ask for full availability between October - December 2025

The Immersive Format 
The journey begins with a 90-minute scripted performance, narrative-driven immersive theatrical experience. While incorporating elements of improvisation and full interaction with the audience, performers are expected to honour the material and adhere to scripted elements consistently.

Performances 
Our experience operates with 21 tours departing consistently throughout the day, requiring Actors with significant stamina to maintain performance quality while ensuring each show remains both consistent and engaging for our guests. Principal roles also demand flexibility to balance repetition with a fresh, natural delivery. As a result, full working days are expected rather than just evening performances, which is why we follow a 3 day-on, 3 day-off schedule. Actors will deliver approximately 12 performances a day.

Duties
Given the multisensory nature of our show, Actors may be required to undertake duties that are not typically requested of them. These tasks are integral to the guest journey, enabling us to maintain authenticity and immersion in the experience. Additionally, the show boasts a high production value, as part of their daily duty, Actors are expected to respect and work with the West End Professionals in our Wardrobe and WHAM teams to ensure their costumes and wigs are taken care of to the highest standard to help preserve the integrity of our world.

Most roles in the experience entail fulfilling various technical functions to ensure the smooth operation of the production. This involves triggering cues, resetting props and small set pieces, and adhering to show times diligently. Performers will enact their scenes numerous times throughout the day, it is important all follow the script thoroughly, while also injecting freshness and energy into each performance. The scripted scenes vary in duration, lasting between 15 to 30 minutes.

Regardless of whether you audition in London or Manchester, you will be considered for a Principal Role at either of our 2025 locations.

Please also note, auditionees will be considered for all appropriate roles in our audition process; you will be invited to book an audition slot most convenient for you.

London Audition Location: Pineapple Dance Studios 
London Audition Dates: 

22nd - 25th April 2025

28th April - 2nd May 2025 

Manchester Audition Location: Royal Exchange Theatre 
Manchester Audition Dates: 
6th - 9th May 2025

12th - 16th May 2025 

Requirements: 
Must be at least 18 years of age and have the right to work in the UK.

For Lapland London – you must be prepared to travel or relocate to Ascot or the surrounding area. 

For Lapland Manchester – you must prepared to travel or relocate to Macclesfield or the surrounding area. 

Principal Performer Hourly Pay: 

£16.50

Principal Performer Weekly Subsidy: 

£275 (Paid Monthly in arrears)

Rehearsal Day Lengths:
9 hours

Live Show Schedule:
3 days on, 3 days off

Live Show Day Lengths:

12.5 Hours Production 

Substantial breaks are offered and paid during the Live Show Dates.

Various worker benefits are offered onsite including one on-site meal per working shift.