Departure Is My Homecoming
Feast on Waste Land • Professional company
About Feast on Waste Land
Departure Is My Homecoming is a performance by Feast on Waste Land, composed of body, sound and imagery. It explores the story of Water Dwellers from Hong Kong's outlying islands — families who once forgot their choice to live at sea, later chose land, and became the first families to settle ashore. Drawn from whispered conversations with Water Dwellers, the show weaves lineage, history and imagination to piece together fragments left between ocean and land. The show runs 45 minutes at Space 2, is suitable for ages 5 and over, and tickets are £10.
Why see this show?
A quiet, intimate piece built from real conversations with Hong Kong's Water Dwellers. Using body, sound and imagery rather than conventional storytelling, it reconnects lost fragments of a community's history in a way that feels both personal and universal.
Friday 7 - Saturday 15 August 2026
All performances at 12:10
9 performances
45 minutes
2 performers
Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026
£10 (8)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the show about?
It tells the story of Water Dwellers from Hong Kong's outlying islands — families who left both sea and home to become the first families to settle ashore. The show pieces together their forgotten history through conversations, lineage and imagination.
How long is the performance?
The performance runs for 45 minutes.
What is the age guidance?
The show is suitable for ages 5 and over.
How much are tickets?
Tickets are £10, with a concession price of £8.
Where is the show performed?
The show is performed at Space 2 as part of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
Are there any content warnings?
No specific content warnings are listed for this production.
About This Theatre Production
Departure Is My Homecoming is a theatre performance at Space 2 during Edinburgh Festival 2026. Running for 45 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: Space 2
Space 2 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: From £10
Age Guidance: 5+
Content Warnings: None
Book early to avoid disappointment. Popular shows sell out quickly during Edinburgh Festival.
Part of Edinburgh Festival 2026
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.Departure Is My Homecoming represents the theatrical innovation that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.
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