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Back by popular demand. We follow Jim’s life story as he navigates through school discos, first love and high school life. This fantastic show is a Fringe must for all generations. It's Edinburgh’s story!! Through the highs and the lows, everyone can relate to this jukebox musical show about growing up and growing older. With scenes that make you cry with laughter and cry with fondness and memories. Forgotten Hogmanays, to a nativity scene you’ll never forget, this play touches everyone that sees it.
This is an archived listing from the 2026 Edinburgh Festival Fringe. And They Played Shang-A-Lang is by Edinburgh Little Theatre, listed under Musicals and Opera in the Fringe programme. It plays at Braw Venues @ Hill Street, 19 Hill St, EH2 3JP, 7 August to 30 August.
The show runs 60 minutes and is suitable for ages 8+. Tickets are £16. Content warnings: Strong language.