The Subplot: A hyperfixation on the Titan submersible - 9 out of 10 Sophie Smyth TICKETS: End of Season Murray Bridge born and raised Sophie Smyth delivers an extraordinary piece of storytelling that dives far beneath the surface, turning the implosion of the Titan submersible into a gripping, funny, and profoundly moving exploration of obsession, family, and self-knowledge in The Subplot: A hyperfixation on the Titan submersible . 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. ...