This show belongs to the FRINGE WORLD Festival 2026 season. This season is now over.

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A stylised illustration of a man in an England football outfit with his back turned, arms raised, and a lit red flare bursting from behind him. Bold blue text reads “WHY I STUCK A FLARE UP MY ARSE FOR ENGLAND,” with smaller red text below stating “The multi-award winning smash-hit play.”

Why I Stuck a Flare Up My Arse for England

Award-winning football comedy about fandom, pride & mental health. One hour. One man. One flare.

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Flare-Fuelled Fringe

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G.O.A.T

15 February 2026 - Graham J.

Great show. Well put together, funny and emotional.

HOT HOT HOT

15 February 2026 - Jeanette K.

Five stars

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