12/08/2025
5 Stars
Q***r Folks' Tales @ Scottish Storytelling Centre
Q***r Folks’ Tales returns triumphantly to the Scottish Storytelling Centre, offering a two-hour storytelling extravaganza that’s as emotionally rich as it is joyfully bold. Hosted by the magnetic Turan Ali, the evening unfolds with a range of narratives—ranging from uproarious micro-stories to deeply moving monologues—delivered by a diverse ensemble of q***r voices. Ali’s blend of sharp satire and generous warmth sets a welcoming tone that carries through every tale.
What stands out is the diversity in storytelling: contributors weave together humour, vulnerability, cultural identity, and insight with effortless grace. Highlights include Hope London’s lyrical musings on childhood and identity, and Ana Falcon’s poignant reflections on growing up with a drag queen nanny—each story grounded in both heart and humour.
The format encourages audience participation too, inviting micro‑stories from attendees, which are interspersed throughout and create a genuine communal energy.
The result is both entertaining and reflective, offering a powerful reminder of storytelling’s ability to heal, connect, and celebrate q***r life in its most authentic forms.
The 5-star hit LGBTQ+ storytelling show returns for its third Fringe; hilarious, moving, outrageously q***r stories galore! Host Turan Ali takes time out from his BBC shows to scour the Fringe for the best q***r talent, creating a diverse line-up of artists to share hilarious, surprising, sobering t...
