Review: Situationshit
📍 The Libra Theatre Cafe
🗓️ 22nd October 2026
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Written by Emily Drewett, Situationshit is a one-woman show about picking up the pieces after a long-term relationship comes to an end and figuring out what life looks like next. With plenty of hilarious dates along the way, it explores the ups and downs of starting over and putting yourself back out there.
As she navigates life as a newly single woman, things don’t always go to plan. From dating and a new situationship to a night out with friends and a weekend away that ends rather unfortunately, there’s plenty to keep the audience entertained. Throw in a few awkward run-ins with her ex, and there’s certainly no shortage of drama!
The piece is structured really well, the storytelling is really engaging, and Drewett does a great job of drawing you into the story. She’s very likeable, and you can’t help but root for her, even when she finds herself in some rather hilarious situations. Alongside the laughs, there are also some emotional moments that give the story more depth and brings a really nice balance to the performance.
Drewett is a naturally funny and engaging performer who brings so much energy to the stage. She dashes around the room, switching between multiple characters and making use of the props dotted around the space. The horseshoe-shaped seating arrangement also allows her to get up close to the audience, with plenty of eye contact and moments of interaction. Much of the story is told directly to the audience, almost as though you’ve just walked into her living room and she’s filling you in on everything you’ve missed. She draws you into her life with ease, switching effortlessly between the sillier moments and the more emotional parts of the story, and this contrast works really well.
The audience were clearly enjoying themselves, with plenty of muttering in agreement and genuine laugh-out-loud moments. But it was during the more emotional scenes that the room fell completely silent, with everyone hanging on Drewett's every word. It was in those moments that I realised just how special this show really was.
The staging is fairly simple, with the stage itself serving as her bedroom or apartment, but it works really well for the show. Drewett makes great use of the space, and the lack of set and props becomes part of the story, with plenty of moments where the show pokes fun at itself and doesn’t take itself too seriously. These silly moments are worked into the storytelling really well, making the simplicity of the staging feel like a deliberate part of the show rather than something that's missing. The short blackouts between chapters also keep things moving, making the transitions quick and effective. It's a really fast-paced piece but never feels chaotic or confusing. Everything works together so seamlessly.
While there’s plenty to laugh at, the show also explores the more difficult side of a breakup. You can know that ending a relationship was the right decision and still struggle to come to terms with why it had to happen and the reality of the life you now find yourself living. Add in the pressure of watching friends reach milestones you thought you’d be reaching yourself, and it’s not always easy to move forward. What I liked is that the show explores these feelings without losing its light-hearted approach, recognising that life doesn’t always go to plan but there’s still plenty of room for hope.
Overall, Situationshit is a funny and heartfelt look at life after a breakup, with relatable moments, dating mishaps and emotional ups and downs along the way. Drewett's engaging performance and likeable character make it easy to get invested in her story, and the balance between the sillier moments and the more heartfelt ones makes this a really enjoyable watch. I was disappointed to miss its previous run, but it was absolutely worth the wait – very much worth the trip to Camden for this one!
Situationshit has now completed its run at The Libra Theatre Cafe...but definitely one to keep an eye out for in the future.
