Ali Affleck Presents the Queens of Country
Ali Affleck Presents the Queens of Country is a show at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026, performing at The Jazz Bar. It has 3 performances listed, running from Wed 12 Aug, 21:00 to Sun 30 Aug, 16:00. The run has finished — every listed performance has taken place.
About this show
Fresh new show! Award-winning vocalist Ali salutes the mighty Queens of Country. Join us in celebrating all things Dolly Parton, Patsy Cline, Loretta Lynn and Tammy Wynette. Expect fresh interpretations of familiar, timeless repertoire full of tongue-in-cheek lyrics, sharp sassy attitude and plenty of heartbreak. With award-winning guitarist Timmy Allen, and swinging veterans Roy Percy, Jim Drummond (and Duncan Findlay), rediscover beloved country classics delivered with tenderness, humour and affection. 'Stunningly expressive... Astounding vocals' * (San Diego Union-Tribune). 'Musical storyteller' (Scotsman). 'Outstanding' * (Edinburgh49.org). Early booking advised!
Details
- Venue: The Jazz Bar
- Space: Venue (Partially Seated)
- Genre: MUSIC, Live music, Swing
- Country: UNITED KINGDOM - SCOTLAND
- Running time: 60 minutes
- Room size: about 120 seats (Venue (Partially Seated)) — the Fringe box office sells a share of the room, not all of it
- Performances listed: 3, of which 0 still to come and on sale
Accessibility
- Access features: Accessible toilet
- Venue notes: Accessible entry: Two flights of stairs, totaling 25 steps, down into the space. Stairs: 20+ Number of stairs is provided as guidance and is not in addition to any wheelchair access type (lift/ramp etc) stated above.
What the reviewers said
We have captured 1 published review and 2 audience reviews for this show from the Edinburgh Festival Fringe’s own listing. The excerpts below are the reviewers’ words, not ours — follow each link for the full review.
There is always a particular pleasure in seeing an artist step into new territory, especially one as seasoned and versatile as Ali Affleck.
— Counter Culture (4 out of 5 stars)
Performance dates and ticket availability
- Wed 12 Aug, 21:00 — Already performed — £15.00
- Thu 13 Aug, 19:30 — Already performed — £15.00
- Sun 30 Aug, 16:00 — Already performed — £15.00