Terrible Fish

Terrible Fish is a one-woman show about the gut punch of mid-life. Through a mix of stand-up, spoken word, social commentary, and original song, award-winning writer and performer, Caitlin Murphy, tackles topics like female rage, ambivalent motherhood, domestic ennui, beauty standards, and, of course, the dreaded dating apps. Performed to acclaim in Toronto and Montreal, this deep dive into mid-life is feisty, unflinching, and not to be missed.

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2 reviewer would recommend!

Kathy Martin

2026 Halifax Fringe Festival

Sept. 6, 2026, 12:30 a.m.

This is a great piece of theatre! Terrible Fish is a well written, tight production that is expertly executed by Caitlin Murphy. You knew from the first few lines that you were in good hands and could just sit back and enjoy. And the content: clever, researched, global and personable. I'm not generally an easy laugher but Terrible Fish had me snorting out loud. So many relatable moments.

Rosie Porter

2026 Halifax Fringe Festival

Sept. 5, 2026, 9:39 p.m.

Being a woman of a certain age, I really related to the premise that women seem to become invisible to some after a certain age. And while there was well-earned rage, there were also many lines that made me laugh out loud. Well written, lots of input by women writers of the past, great character work and so heartfelt. Caitlin Murphy is so talented, go see this show. Highly recommend!!