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1914. The Great War rages. Britain recruits 30,000 Bantams, men between five-foot and five-foot-three to fight in some of the bloodiest battles of the war. 1918. A group of reporters visit the Front to write about the Bantams. One Bantam remains, Patrick Michael Wolfe, a Dubliner who signed up to secure Home Rule for Ireland. This is his story. A story about patriotism, prejudice, courage and betrayal. Inspired by real events. 'A perfect example of the great Irish storyteller' ***** (BritishTheatreGuide.info). 'Excellent' ***** (UKTW.co.uk). 'Giant of a show' ***** (Derek Awards).
This is an archived listing from the 2026 Edinburgh Festival Fringe. The Last Bantam is by Michael Hughes, listed under Theatre in the Fringe programme. It plays at Paradise in Augustines, 41 George IV Bridge, EH1 1EL, 7 August to 15 August.
The show runs 60 minutes and is suitable for ages 16+. Tickets from £10. Content warnings: Strong language.