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  • Venue Garrick Theatre, London
  • Performance dates 21 June 2026
  • Running time 75 minutes (no interval)
  • Age guidelines 14+

At the height of 2026 World Cup fever, the multi award-winning Why I Stuck A Flare Up My Arse For England comes to the Garrick Theatre in London’s West End for one night only on Sunday 21 June 2026. Book tickets now for the final ever UK performance before the production heads Off-Broadway.

The True Story Behind Why I Stuck A Flare Up My Arse For England

Why I Stuck A Flare Up My Arse For England tells the extraordinary true story of ardent football fan Billy Kinley, who went viral after sticking a flare up his bum during Euro 2020.

What follows is a funny, raw and disarmingly honest exploration of identity, loyalty and belonging, set against the backdrop of modern football culture.

Why I Stuck A Flare Up My Arse for England follows two mates Billy and his best pal Adam – die hard football fans. It’s the Euro 2020 final at Wembley and Billy’s gone viral for sticking a flare up his arse! But when they encounter a new group of mates, they start to take their support one step further. 

Winner of multiple awards including an Offie and Best Theatre and Physical Theatre Show at Adelaide Fringe 2025, and boasting over 50 five-star reviews, this remarkable production has captivated audiences around the world.

Ticket Information

Tickets are now on sale for the one-night-only performance at the Garrick Theatre on Sunday 21 June 2026. Don’t miss the final UK performance — book your seats today.

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Stars and Creatives

Who are the creative team of Why I Stuck A Flare Up My Arse For England?

Written by Alex Hill

Direction by Sean Turner.

Venue Information

Garrick Theatre , 2 Charing Cross Road, London, WC2H 0HH

Nearest Tube or Train: Charing Cross (Northern line, Bakerloo line), Embankment (Northern line, Bakerloo line, District line, Circle line), Leicester Square (Northern line, Piccadilly line)

Nearest Buses: 3, 6, 9, 12, 13, 15, 24, 29, 30

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why I Stuck A Flare Up My Arse For England is playing at the Garrick Theatre in London
The running time of Why I Stuck A Flare Up My Arse For England is 75 minutes (no interval)
The age recommendations for Why I Stuck A Flare Up My Arse For England are: 14+
Yes, Why I Stuck A Flare Up My Arse For England has matinee performances on the following days:
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