Mothman: A Romance Musical
Comedy
Musical theatre
Sketch show

Mothman: A Romance Musical

Finger Guns and Liebenspiel Present • Professional company

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60 minutes•Belly Button
It's 1943, and the Nazis are winning. Luckily, America has one last trick up its sleeve – a super soldier! But uh oh! A moth snuck into the machine! It's mutating! It's becoming a... moth... man!? Written and performed by Alex Franklin (as seen on Channel 4 and HBO Max) and Nikola McMurtrie (Sketch Off 2025 Third Place, Funny Women Shorts winner), with Alex Prescot (Musical Comedy Award finalist) and Hudson Hughes (Double Sketch Off finalist). Prepare for the ultimate romantic comedy musical that no one asked for. Mothman!

About Finger Guns and Liebenspiel Present

Mothman: A Romance Musical is a 60-minute comedy musical sketch show by Finger Guns and Liebenspiel Present, at the Belly Button venue, Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026. Set in 1943 when the Nazis are winning, America deploys a super soldier — but a moth gets into the machine and things take a very unexpected turn. Written and performed by Alex Franklin and Nikola McMurtrie, with Alex Prescot and Hudson Hughes. Tickets from £9. Suitable for ages 12 and over. No content warnings.

Why see this show?

A gleefully absurd premise — a 1943 super-soldier experiment goes very wrong when a moth gets involved — delivered by a four-strong team of comedy writers and performers. Nonsensical, warm and very much a musical.

Tickets

£9

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When

Wednesday 5 - Sunday 30 August 2026

All performances at 18:50

25 performances

Duration

60 mins

Cast

4 performers

Festival

Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026

Venue
Belly Button

66 Cowgate

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mothman: A Romance Musical about?

It's 1943, the Nazis are winning, and America's super-soldier experiment goes sideways when a moth gets into the machine, creating Mothman. A romantic comedy musical that takes the premise as seriously as it deserves.

How long does it run?

60 minutes.

How much are tickets?

Tickets start from £9.

What is the age guidance?

Suitable for ages 12 and over.

Who is in the show?

Written and performed by Alex Franklin and Nikola McMurtrie, with Alex Prescot and Hudson Hughes.

About This Comedy Show

Mothman: A Romance Musical is a comedy performance at Belly Button 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.

Expect an evening of laughter with professional comedians delivering their best material. Most comedy shows at Edinburgh run for 50-60 minutes, perfect for fitting multiple shows into your day.

Venue: Belly Button

Belly Button 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

  • •Arrive 10-15 minutes early for the best seats
  • •Front row seats may involve audience interaction
  • •Check content warnings for adult material
  • •Many venues have a bar for pre-show drinks

Booking Information

Ticket Prices: £9 - £14

Age Guidance: 12+

Content Warnings: None

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.Mothman: A Romance Musical represents the comedy excellence that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.

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