Damascus David Greig’s new play about a man on a first time business visit to the eponymous city is full of humour, tragedy and political insight. Traverse, 228 1404, until 26 Aug, times vary, £16 (£5–£11).

Venus as a Boy Tam Dean Burn is towering as a dying rent boy in London, recalling his life from his Orkney boyhood to the present day, while author Luke Sutherland’s music adds real power. Traverse, 228 1404, until 26 Aug, times vary, £14 (£5–£10).

Mabou Mines DollHouse This adventurous new version of Ibsen’s A Doll’s House sees very tall women cast against very small men. And it’s not just a gimmick, if reviews from around the world are anything to judge by. King’s Theatre, 473 2000, 24–28 Aug, 7.30pm, £10–£25.

Game? The classic suburban dinner party play is re-explored here as a dark and surrealistic journey into the inner psyche. Gilded Balloon Teviot, 668 1633, until 26 Aug, 4pm, £9–£10 (£7–£9).

Subway Vanishing Point’s new piece is a dystopian thriller set in a revolution-bound Leith of the future. For the splendid music alone, this piece will reward audiences. Traverse 3, University of Edinburgh Drill Hall, 228 1404, until 26 Aug, times vary, £16 (£5–£11).

Fuerzabruta Combining acrobatics, dance, theatre and a pumping club soundtrack, this spectacular show is an assault on the senses. A hot Fringe ticket which will stay in your memory long after the show ends. The Black Tent, 0870 169 0100, until 1 Sep (not 28), times vary, £25 (£17.50).