The Night Ali Died

Edinburgh 2026

A gripping, cinematic and award-winning solo thriller about a man who becomes dangerously out of his depth in the criminal underworld. Ali is wanted dead by a vicious London gangster and is placed under police surveillance for the protection of himself and his family, yet for some reason, Ali decides to sneak out into the night, sparking a bloody domino effect that ricochets through the sleepy streets of his city. Through the accounts of Ali, a henchman, a detective, and a mob boss, find out what on earth happened on the Night Ali Died.

This is an archived listing from the 2026 Edinburgh Festival Fringe. The Night Ali Died is by Raising Cain Productions, listed under Theatre in the Fringe programme. It plays at theSpace on the Mile, 80 High Street, EH1 1TH, 7 August to 29 August.

The show runs 50 minutes and is suitable for ages 14+. Tickets are £9.50. Content warnings: Distressing or triggering themes, Scenes of violence and Strong language.