Eating Satsumas in the Sun and Forgetting About Heartbreak
Emily Layton / Free Festival • Semi-professional company
Google Emily Layton / Free FestivalEating Satsumas in the Sun and Forgetting About Heartbreak
By Emily Layton / Free Festival • Semi-professional company
Google Emily Layton / Free FestivalAbout the show
Eating Satsumas in the Sun and Forgetting About Heartbreak is Emily Layton's debut hour of spoken word poetry, performed at the Games Room during the Edinburgh Festival Fringe via the Free Festival. A writer, storyteller and mum, Layton dives into honest, argumentative, optimistic and funny poetry to untangle the threads of love, identity, parenthood, friendship, loss and belonging. The show runs for 60 minutes, is suitable for adults aged 18 and over, and contains strong language and potentially distressing themes.
Why see this show?
Emily Layton's debut poetry hour is honest, funny and unexpectedly joyful — a reminder that the best spoken word doesn't just describe life, it argues with it. A warm and spirited show for anyone who has ever felt the pure joy of small, simple pleasures.
£5
Monday 4 - Tuesday 12 August 2025
All performances at 11:30
9 performances
60 mins
1 performers
Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the show?
The show runs for 60 minutes.
Where is it performed?
The show is performed at the Games Room.
What is the age guidance?
The show is suitable for adults aged 18 and over.
How much do tickets cost?
Tickets are £5.
What is the show about?
It is a debut hour of spoken word poetry exploring love, identity, parenthood, friendship, loss, belonging and the joy of everyday moments.
Are there any content warnings?
The show contains distressing or potentially triggering themes and strong language and swearing.
About This Performance
Eating Satsumas in the Sun and Forgetting About Heartbreak is a spoken word performance at Games Room during Edinburgh Festival 2025. Running for 60 minutes, this show is part of the world's largest arts festival, bringing together performers and audiences from across the globe.
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Venue: Games Room
Games Room is one of Edinburgh's Festival venues, hosting a variety of performances throughout August. Located in the heart of the city, the venue is accessible by public transport and within walking distance of other Festival locations.
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Booking Information
Ticket Prices: From £5
Age Guidance: 18+
Content Warnings: Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, Strong language/swearing
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Part of Edinburgh Festival 2025
Edinburgh Festival transforms Scotland's capital into the world's leading cultural destination every August. With thousands of performances across hundreds of venues, the festival offers unparalleled choice for culture lovers.Eating Satsumas in the Sun and Forgetting About Heartbreak represents the creative spirit that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.
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