Lynn Ferguson – Heart and Sole

Lynn Ferguson’s witty play deals with loneliness, relationships and one woman’s love for a fish named Dave. The star’s effortless talent for characterisation allows her to switch between fish fanatic, brash west coast wifey and timid teacher, mixing wit with a palpable sense of loneliness in a tale that’s ultimately about the things that divide people: east coast/west coast, Protestant/Catholic or indeed, human/fish.

Gilded Balloon Teviot, 668 1633, until 25 Aug (not 18), 4.15pm, £10-£11 (£9-£10).