Queer Folks' Tales
Turan Ali / Scottish Storytelling Centre • Professional company
Google Turan Ali / Scottish Storytelling CentreQueer Folks' Tales
By Turan Ali / Scottish Storytelling Centre • Professional company
Google Turan Ali / Scottish Storytelling CentreAbout the show
Queer Folks' Tales is a 120-minute LGBTQ+ storytelling show hosted by Turan Ali at the Netherbow Theatre on the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, returning for its third Fringe outing. Ali takes time out from his BBC shows to curate a diverse line-up of queer artists who share hilarious, surprising and sobering tales, songs and epic poems. Each performance features a different set of performers, so no two shows are alike. The show explores LGBTQ+ lives past, present and future. Tickets are £16, and the show is for adults aged 18 and over.
Why see this show?
A storytelling event with real range — funny, moving, sometimes sobering, and always different. Host Turan Ali brings together a new line-up each night, making it one of the Fringe's genuinely unpredictable evenings. A warm and vibrant two hours that celebrates LGBTQ+ voices and stories.
£16 (14)
Wednesday 6 - Wednesday 20 August 2025
All performances at 20:30
3 performances
120 mins
15 performers
Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the show?
The show runs for 120 minutes.
How much are tickets?
Tickets are priced at £16.
What is the age guidance?
This show is for adults aged 18 and over.
Where is the show performed?
The show takes place at the Netherbow Theatre as part of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
Is the line-up the same every night?
No — line-ups are different every performance and content will not be known ahead of time. It may include references to sex, sexual violence, violence and distressing or triggering themes, which will be described, not depicted.
Are there content warnings?
The show contains strong language. Line-ups vary and content may include references to sex, sexual violence, violence and distressing or triggering themes, which are described rather than depicted.
About This Performance
Queer Folks' Tales is a spoken word performance at Netherbow Theatre during Edinburgh Festival 2025. Running for 120 minutes, this show is part of the world's largest arts festival, bringing together performers and audiences from across the globe.
Experience the magic of live performance at Edinburgh Festival. Each show offers something unique and memorable.
Venue: Netherbow Theatre
Netherbow Theatre 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.
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Booking Information
Ticket Prices: From £16
Age Guidance: 18+
Content Warnings: Strong language/swearing, More information Line-ups are different every performance and content won't be known ahead of time. May could include references to sex, sexual violence, violence and/or distressing or triggering themes. These will be described, not depicted.
Book early to avoid disappointment. Popular shows sell out quickly during Edinburgh Festival.
Part of Edinburgh Festival 2025
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.Queer Folks' Tales represents the creative spirit that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.
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