Why I Stuck A Flare Up My Ar** For England
It’s the EURO 2020 Final at Wembley — and Billy’s just gone viral for sticking a flare up his ar**!
This blisteringly funny, wildly original play returns to Adelaide this Fringe after sell-out runs and international acclaim. Billy and his best mate Adam live and breathe football — it’s their escape, their religion, their life. But when a new crowd enters the scene, their loyalty and identity are pushed to the limit.
Back for a second year after winning Best Theatre Show at Adelaide Fringe 2025, this is the multi-award-winning bum flare play that’s taken the world by storm. Raw, hilarious, and unexpectedly moving, Why I Stuck A Flare Up My Ar* For England!* dives deep into fandom, masculinity and belonging — with explosive results.
General Admission Seating. Free parking available. Please note, events at Coopers Stadium affect parking.
Presented by: Holden Street Theatres and RoxyDog Productions
Holden Street Theatres Inc., the home of theatre in South Australia, is proud to present the return season of Why I Stuck a Flare Up My Arse for England following its hugely successful debut collaboration with Roxy Dog Productions at the 2025 Adelaide Fringe.
Internationally recognised for supporting exceptional independent work, Holden Street continues to champion bold, human, and provocative stories through its acclaimed Holden Street Theatres Edinburgh Fringe Award — an initiative that brings world-class productions from the Edinburgh Fringe to Australian audiences.
Roxy Dog Productions is an inventive and dynamic theatre company known for creating compelling, character-driven works that blend humour, honesty, and heart. This return season celebrates the success of their partnership.
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1 Venue
The Studio at Holden Street Theatres
Holden Street Theatres, 32-34 Holden Street, Hindmarsh, Kaurna
32 - 34 Holden Street
- Step-free mobility aid access through the main entrance with an accessible bathroom.
- Venue is 18+ but minors may attend with a parent or legal guardian
Suitability & Warnings
Accessibility
- High Audio Content
- Audience members interact from the seated or standing area