This special 'Preview Show' for the 2026 Edinburgh Festival takes you aboard a joyful, swinging, interactive jazz journey from Paris to Istanbul. The Hot Jazz Vagabonds turn the dining car of the world’s most glamorous train into a whirl of hot 1930s jazz, smoky chanson and post-war swing, with a playful, murderous hint of Agatha Christie–style mystery along the way.

As the train pauses at glittering stations along its legendary route you’ll meet an array of interesting characters each bringing their own musical flavour and surprises to the journey.

Starring the acclaimed singer and actress Airlie Scott and the Hot Jazz Vagabonds, Dave Ahmed and Andy Ruiz Palmer, guitars, Alan Gibson, double bass and Pete Watson, accordion, this brand new show comes from the creators of last year’s five star reviewed Edinburgh Fringe hit, “Paris In A Jazz Age – The Memoirs Of Eloise DeFleur”. Rich in atmosphere, storytelling and irresistible rhythms, this is a high-spirited ‘Jazz Age’ adventure for jazz aficionados and curious minds of all ages. During the evening the performance will be enhanced by some of London’s top vintage swing dancers adding further colour and energy to the proceedings. 

Show 7.30pm (Doors 7.00pm)

Tickets £17 (£15 for Chiswick Club Card holders & Swing Dancers) plus Eventbrite booking fee