Buggers
Theatre
New writing
LGBTQ+

Buggers

Patrick Bone Productions in association with Pleasance • Professional company

60 minutes•Upstairs
London, 1963. When painter Francis Bacon meets petty criminal George Dyer – a hedonistic, sexually charged union takes hold. But as cracks in George’s mental health begin to appear and Francis’ ego becomes impossible, their passionate and sadomasochistic relationship descends into a black hole only one of them will survive. This haunting psychodrama imagines visceral fragments of the lovers’ turbulent relationship – from its lustful beginning to its shattering end. By Alistair Hall. Directed by Alice Wordsworth.
Event Details

Wednesday 5 - Sunday 30 August 2026

All performances at 13:20

24 performances

60 minutes

Upstairs

60 Pleasance

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2 performers

Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026

Ticket Price

£9

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Additional Information

Frequently Asked Questions

How much are tickets for Buggers?

Tickets for Buggers are £9. You can purchase tickets through the official festival website.

Where is Buggers being performed?

Buggers is being performed at Upstairs, located at 60 Pleasance. The venue is in the heart of Edinburgh's festival district.

How long is Buggers?

The performance runs for approximately 60 minutes.

How do I book tickets for Buggers?

You can book tickets for Buggers through the official Edinburgh Festival Fringe website. Click the "Buy tickets" button on this page to be directed to the booking system.

When is Buggers showing?

Buggers runs from 5 August 2026 to 5 August 2026. Check the official website for specific performance times.

What is Buggers about?

Buggers is a Edinburgh Festival Fringe production. For the full description and latest information, please visit the event page or the official festival website.

About This Theatre Production

Buggers is a theatre performance at Upstairs during Edinburgh Festival 2026. Running for 60 minutes, this show is part of the world's largest arts festival, bringing together performers and audiences from across the globe.

Experience compelling storytelling brought to life by talented performers. Theatre at Edinburgh ranges from intimate black box productions to grand stage spectacles.

Venue: Upstairs

Upstairs 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.

Tips for Attending

  • •Check for trigger warnings if sensitive to certain topics
  • •Most Fringe theatre runs without interval
  • •Latecomers may not be admitted
  • •Consider matinee performances for a relaxed experience

Booking Information

Ticket Prices: £9 - £15

Age Guidance: 18+

Content Warnings: Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, Scenes of a sexual nature, Scenes of violence, Strong language/swearing, More information References to suicide and drug abuse.

Book early to avoid disappointment. Popular shows sell out quickly during Edinburgh Festival.

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.Buggers represents the theatrical innovation that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.

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