The disappearance of the Titan submersible gripped the world for a week in 2023. Five rich men were willing to be bolted into a submersible whose owner had a lack of care for regulations and safety for a chance to see the sunken Titanic. We know the submersible imploded, and some may know a few more details, but Smyth’s thorough research that we basically scraped the barrel with in this show would make a strong contender for Tom Gleeson’s Hard Quiz!

Smyth’s performance is an irresistible blend of sharp humour, emotional honesty, and meticulous research. She perfectly balances a playful, satirical look at the absurdity of OceanGate with a powerful and introspective reflection on humanity and what connects us. The result is theatre that is both intelligent and heartfelt—clever enough to make you think, yet tender enough to make you feel.

Audience members were completely absorbed, hanging on every word in a full house that alternated between laughter and silence. The storytelling is dense yet crystal clear, drawing laughter in one moment and quiet reflection in the next, delivered with a tight script. It’s a rare experience to see a performer hold an audience’s focus so intently, and Smyth does so with a lightness of touch that’s magnetic and full of charm.

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