Is There Work on Mars?
Theatre
Neurodiversity-led
New writing

Is There Work on Mars?

Faye Yan • Professional company

60 minutes•Playground 1
Can an Asian with a maths learning disability pass Nylon Tusk’s Mars Immigration Test? Welcome to an absurdist testing lab of dystopian speculations. Attempting to move to Mars via the Worker’s Visa, a woman with ADHD and dyscalculia finds herself in SpaceY’s testing lab. She fights through with her wide array of talents – striptease, beer pong and cheerleading – to not be the Asian failure who is just never enough. Is There Work on Mars? had a five-star run at Edinburgh Fringe 2024 and was nominated for Neurodiverse Review’s ADHD Comedy Award.
Event Details

Friday 1 - Sunday 24 August 2025

All performances at 16:30

21 performances

60 minutes

Playground 1

High School Yards

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1 performers

Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2025

Ticket Price

£11

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much are tickets for Is There Work on Mars??

Tickets for Is There Work on Mars? are £11. You can purchase tickets through the official festival website.

Where is Is There Work on Mars? being performed?

Is There Work on Mars? is being performed at Playground 1, located at High School Yards. The venue is in the heart of Edinburgh's festival district.

How long is Is There Work on Mars??

The performance runs for approximately 60 minutes.

How do I book tickets for Is There Work on Mars??

You can book tickets for Is There Work on Mars? through the official Edinburgh Festival Fringe website. Click the "Buy tickets" button on this page to be directed to the booking system.

When is Is There Work on Mars? showing?

Is There Work on Mars? runs from 1 August 2025 to 1 August 2025. Check the official website for specific performance times.

What is Is There Work on Mars? about?

Is There Work on Mars? is a Edinburgh Festival Fringe production. For the full description and latest information, please visit the event page or the official festival website.

About This Theatre Production

Is There Work on Mars? is a theatre performance at Playground 1 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.

Experience compelling storytelling brought to life by talented performers. Theatre at Edinburgh ranges from intimate black box productions to grand stage spectacles.

Venue: Playground 1

Playground 1 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.

Tips for Attending

  • •Check for trigger warnings if sensitive to certain topics
  • •Most Fringe theatre runs without interval
  • •Latecomers may not be admitted
  • •Consider matinee performances for a relaxed experience

Booking Information

Ticket Prices: £11 - £13

Age Guidance: 16+

Content Warnings: Audience participation, Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, Strobe lighting, More information Loud and repetitive sound. Discussion of race, mental health, addiction and eating disorder.

Book early to avoid disappointment. Popular shows sell out quickly during Edinburgh Festival.

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.Is There Work on Mars? represents the theatrical innovation that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.

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