Caitlin Cook Turns Bathroom Graffiti into Gold in ‘The Writing on the Stall’

US comedian, musician, and all-around multi-hyphenate Caitlin Cook returns to the UK with her riotously clever and critically acclaimed musical comedy show The Writing on the Stall. Fresh off a string of sold-out shows at the Edinburgh Fringe and in London, Cook brings her signature mix of sharp wit and musical dexterity back to British stages, with dates at Brighton’s Komedia on 31 May & 1 June, followed by a run at London’s Soho Theatre from 4–7 June.

Equal parts bawdy, brilliant, and bizarrely heartfelt, The Writing on the Stall is unlike anything else on the comedy circuit. Set entirely in a public bathroom, the show sees Cook transform actual graffiti scrawled on toilet walls into the basis for a hilariously offbeat song cycle. Whether unpacking philosophical musings or drawing laughs from the crudely absurd, her lyrical storytelling delivers moments of unexpected poignancy amid the chaos of milk pistols, flying underwear, and a cowboy dick—yes, spurs included.

Musically, the show draws from a variety of influences—ranging from cabaret to indie pop—delivered with Cook’s impressive vocal range and anthemic singalong moments. Her talent as a songwriter is as undeniable as her comedic timing, making for a set that’s as musically rich as it is side-splittingly funny.

Cook’s background—LA-born, NYC-based, Oxford-educated—is a fitting snapshot of her eclectic voice. With over 50 million streams across platforms and a growing cult following, she’s carving out a lane at the intersection of comedy, music, and theatre. Whether you’re a fan of Bo Burnham, Tim Minchin, or just looking for a show that surprises and subverts at every turn, The Writing on the Stall is a must-see.

In a live performance landscape often defined by repetition, Caitlin Cook’s bathroom ballads feel like a breath of fresh, if slightly questionable, air. Bold, unfiltered, and unexpectedly moving—this is musical comedy done right.

TICKET LINKS:

https://sohotheatre.com/events/caitlin-cook-the-writing-on-the-stall/

https://www.komedia.co.uk/shows/caitlin-cook-the-writing-on-the-stall/