Wakati

Wakati

Shelmith ØsethProfessional company

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60 minutesDB 1
Wakati is a Swahili word for time. The performance Wakati explores how past, present and future affect the development of a culture and the life of a human. In Wakati, the performer explores her own cultural history and heritage through time. By using her own experience of immigrating to Norway from Kenya, Shelmith examines the expectations, ideas and limits that come with being an immigrant and multicultural in Norway. The work sheds light on how identity changes and develops within the same culture and between different cultures, as well as how time, identity and culture are intertwined.

About Shelmith Øseth

Wakati is a 60-minute contemporary dance performance at DB 1, Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2025, by Shelmith Øseth. Wakati is a Swahili word for time. The work explores how past, present and future affect the development of a culture and the life of a human. Drawing on Shelmith's own experience of immigrating to Norway from Kenya, the performance examines the expectations, ideas and limits that come with being an immigrant and multicultural in Norway, and sheds light on how identity changes within and between different cultures. Suitable for audiences aged 12 and over, with tickets starting at £10.

Why see this show?

A dance performance rooted in lived experience — the specific reality of immigrating from Kenya to Norway and navigating identity across cultures. Shelmith Øseth brings a personal and thoughtful perspective to an hour that speaks to something genuinely universal.

Tickets

£10

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When

Thursday 31 July - Sunday 3 August 2025

All performances at 14:40

4 performances

Duration

60 mins

Cast

2 performers

Festival

Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2025

Venue
DB 1

14-16 Grassmarket

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does the show run?

The show runs for 60 minutes.

Where is it performed?

Wakati is performed at DB 1 as part of Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2025.

What is the age guidance?

The show is suitable for audiences aged 12 and over.

What is the ticket price?

Tickets start from £10.

Are there any content warnings?

The show contains nudity.

What is the show about?

Wakati — a Swahili word for time — is a contemporary dance performance in which Shelmith Øseth explores her own cultural history and heritage, drawing on her experience of immigrating to Norway from Kenya to examine identity, time and culture.

About This Theatre Production

Wakati is a dance physical theatre and circus performance at DB 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: DB 1

DB 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: £10 - £14.5

Age Guidance: 12+

Content Warnings: Nudity

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.Wakati represents the creative spirit that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.

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