The National Theatre of Scotland presents an international tour of its 2011 Edinburgh Festival Fringe hit play, performed in an actual pub. For the D.C. stop, the Shakespeare Theatre Company has enlisted the former Brickskeller basement bar, now known as the Bier Baron Tavern, to share this dream-like journey of self-discovery, magical moments, devilish encounters and witty karaoke. To Dec. 9. Bier Baron Tavern, 1523 22nd St. NW. Tickets are $20 to $55. Call 202-547-1122 or visit shakespearetheatre.org or bierbarondc.com.
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