FAQ – Faravid´s Land

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The Experience

What does immersiveness mean?

In an immersive artwork, you immerse yourself in the performance and move independently as a member of the audience. Many have described the experience as stepping inside a movie. The work is multisensory, occasionally gently interactive, and highlights the role of the venue. The piece has no linear plot you need to follow. Instead, you dive into the world of the work and observe the characters, shaping your own experience through your choices.

How do you experience the performance?

The venue has no traditional theater auditorium with fixed seating. You follow the performance by walking from room to room, space to space, and floor to floor, with the action taking place all around you. Everyone gathers in the same space at the beginning and end of the work, but audience members spread out across the venue for the rest of the show. With many scenes happening simultaneously, seeing everything in a single visit remains impossible.

Do I need to participate in the performance?

No, you do not need to participate, and refusing any offered interaction is completely fine. You only need to walk and move from space to space and floor to floor. Participation is entirely optional.

Can you get lost in the venue?

Feeling temporarily lost can happen, but you can find staff members on both floors to help direct you.

Can I enter a room where no performer is present?

Absolutely. You may explore any room without a closed door or a “No Entry” sign.

Is seating available during the performance?

There are chairs placed here and there throughout the venue for you to sit down.

Should I prepare for specific content elements?

The performance can feature intense moments, and performers may come close to audience members. The show also incorporates scents, theatrical smoke, and somewhat loud sounds. Measures ensure you can safely immerse yourself in Faravid´s Land.

How is a safe environment ensured for all audience members?

Safer space principles guide the performance, and no one needs to participate against their will. You may step into another room at any time.

Location and Arrival

What is the address of the venue?

Raksila market building, Tehtaankatu 1. The venue occupies the first market building in the Raksila area when coming from the railway station, the former EKA Market, covering 2,900 square meters across two floors. Entrance takes place not through the main market doors, but through a side door facing Prisma between the adjacent market buildings. The doors open one hour before showtime.

Is parking available nearby?

The market parking lots remain available for use.

How do I arrive by bus?

Buses reach the Raksila markets easily. Check detailed timetables on the Oulu regional transport website at www.osl.fi/en/.

Where can I leave my bicycle?

Bicycle racks are located directly in front of the market buildings.

Performance Space

Is the venue accessible?

The venue contains stairs, thresholds, and slanted walkways. While accessible entry does not extend to every room, visitors can enjoy the performance without accessing all areas.

A concrete ramp provides access to the entrance, clearer signage marks the restrooms and elevator, and contrast markings highlight low-visibility structural columns in the foyer. The cloakroom features clothes hooks set at an accessible height, and a temporary accessible unisex restroom sits on site.

More information about the accessibility.

Services

Is a cloakroom available?

A free self-service cloakroom is available in the building. Leaving bags and backpacks in the cloakroom ensures easier movement during the show.

Does the venue have a restaurant?

Yes. Restaurant services and a licensed serving area are located on the first floor. Arrive early to enjoy refreshments at the restaurant before the show and place orders for intermission. Doors open one hour before showtime. You cannot enter the performance spaces with food and drinks.

Are restrooms available?

Audience restrooms are located on the second floor. An accessible unisex restroom is located on the first floor, left from the entrance foyer.

What payment methods does the restaurant accept?

Restaurant services accept card payments only.

Can I purchase tickets on site?

Buying tickets in advance ensures entry to your preferred performance and less lines form at the door. Purchase tickets in advance through the Oulu Theatre webstore (oulunteatteri.lippu.fi), the theater box office, or Lippu.fi. The theater box office accepts cash, card, Smartum exercise and culture vouchers, SmartumPay, Tyky+ culture vouchers, and Edenred cards/vouchers (including Edenred Pay). Online ticket sales close one hour before the show. Remaining tickets sell at the door starting one hour before showtime, payment by card only.