Loft Clearance
Eileen Mahony • Semi-professional company
About Eileen Mahony
Loft Clearance is a 50-minute spoken word storytelling show at Theatre 3, part of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026, performed by Eileen Mahony. Eileen rummages through a hundred years' worth of possessions accumulated in her loft — collections, hoardings and family traits — and asks what she will cling onto and what she will let go, and where those pieces of her will end up. Described as 50 minutes of light-hearted despair as the clearance unfolds. Tickets are £10, suitable for ages 12 and over.
Why see this show?
A hundred years' worth of a family's possessions is a rich archive to rummage through, and Eileen Mahony turns the act of clearing a loft into something that sits between a memoir and an object lesson in what we keep and why. Warm, unpretentious spoken word for a broad audience.
Friday 7 - Saturday 22 August 2026
All performances at 12:05
15 performances
50 minutes
1 performers
Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026
£10
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Loft Clearance about?
Eileen Mahony rummages through a hundred years' worth of possessions accumulated in her loft, exploring collections, hoardings, and family traits, asking what to keep and what to let go.
How long does the show run?
The show runs for 50 minutes.
Where is it performed?
At Theatre 3, as part of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026.
What does a ticket cost?
Tickets are £10.
What is the age guidance?
The show is suitable for audiences aged 12 and over.
Are there any content warnings?
No content warnings are listed for this show.
About This Performance
Loft Clearance is a spoken word performance at Theatre 3 during Edinburgh Festival 2026. Running for 50 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: Theatre 3
Theatre 3 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 £10
Age Guidance: 12+
Content Warnings: None
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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.Loft Clearance represents the creative spirit that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.
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