Theatre Illumiere is seeking a Newcastle-based performer to join our team for guaranteed, well-paid winter festival work across November–December 2026.
The Living Lamp Posts are an enchanting walkabout stilt act performing at major winter light festivals across the UK and France.
No stilt-walking experience? Training will be provided.
Role Requirements
- Profile: Male-identifying performer (due to costume sizing constraints)
- Height: Approx. 5’11”–6’4”
- Build: Slender/toned
- Age: 21–50
- Experience: Strong background in acting, physical theatre, or street performance with excellent improvisational skills. Stilt experience is a plus but not required.
- Accent/Language: Ability to perform and improvise with a French accent.
- Travel: Valid passport with at least 6 months’ validity (for overseas booking in France).
- Availability: Mid-November through late December 2026.
Pay & Commitment
- Rate: £250 per performance day
- Guaranteed: Minimum 8 days, with additional dates likely
- Training: Free stilt training (if required), mid-October to late November (flexible 2 × 1-hour weekly practice sessions in Newcastle)
How to Apply
Email your performance CV and a brief introduction to: [email protected]
Selection Process:
- Shortlisted applicants complete a brief questionnaire
- Submit a short self-tape video
- Final video interview
To apply for this job email your details to info@theatreillumiere.com
