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A codependent lesbian couple getting divorced must decide custody of their son: a dog-human-genetic-experiment-gone-horribly-right. Bumpo is a comedy about family and failure, and a tragedy about where hope can take you. And best of all: Bumpo is a life-sized puppet! Bumpo is co-written by Ben Loftus and Franny Weed; Loftus also directs. Starring sketch-comedians/actors Mahalet Tegenu (Eileen) and Franny Weed (Sam) as delusional divorcées; puppeteer Chris Palmieri (Bumpo) as their inappropriate and affectionate son; and stand-up/actor Cameron Bradford (Davey) as their wacky neighbour.…
This is an archived listing from the 2026 Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Bumpo is by Ben Loftus, Cam Pileggi, listed under Theatre in the Fringe programme. It plays at Greenside @ George Street, The Royal Society of Edinburgh, 22-26 George Street, EH2 2PQ, 7 August to 29 August.
The show runs 60 minutes and is suitable for ages 16+. Tickets are £15. Content warnings: Distressing or triggering themes, Scenes of violence and Strong language.