Why I Stuck A Flare Up My Arse For England
At the height of World Cup fever, and ahead of a run Off-Broadway, the multi award-winning Why I Stuck a Flare Up My Arse for England comes to the West End for one night only.
The show tells the true story of ardent football fan Billy Kinley, who sticks a flare up his bum at Euro 2020 and goes viral.
What follows is a funny, raw and disarmingly honest exploration of identity, loyalty and belonging.
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 is a show that has captivated audiences around the world.
Don’t miss the final ever UK performance of this remarkable production.
Bold. Sharp. Unforgettable.
One flare. One man. One bum. One unmissable story.
Marking five years since the incident that inspired the production, this acclaimed one man play comes to the Garrick Theatre for a one night only London performance. For audiences searching for standout plays in London and distinctive live theatre rooted in real events, this limited engagement offers a timely and entertaining night out in the capital.
Book Why I Stuck A Flare Up My Arse For England direct with Nimax Theatres via the Garrick Theatre Box Office for official tickets, no booking fees and dedicated access booking options.
Alex Hill
Access performances at Nimax Theatres are now available to purchase online. You can purchase up to two tickets online for the below performances.
Access performances at Nimax Theatres are now available to purchase online. You can purchase up to two tickets online for the below performances.
Access Seating:
For all performances, you can select up to two seats at our discounted access rate of 50% off per person. These include:
- Wheelchair park and companion seats
- End-of-aisle seating
- Central row seating
If you’ll remain in your wheelchair choose wheelchair spaces. For all other access requriements including transferring, choose access tickets.
To make a wheelchair transfer booking, purchase more than two tickets or to discuss your seating requirements further, please contact our Access team on 0330 333 4815 or access@nimaxtheatres.com.
Garrick Theatre
2 Charing Cross Road, London, WC2H 0HH
