The Shark is Broken
an intoxicating combination of behind-the-scenes gossip and contemplation of the nature of popular art.
The Stage
Why see The Shark is Broken?
Three Men In A Boat
It's the summer of 1975 and somewhere in the water near Cape Cod, three men are sitting in a boat waiting for their colleague to get it together so they can film a scene of what is about to become one of the biggest blockbuster movies ever. The colleague is a giant mechanical shark and the men are Robert Shaw, Roy Scheider and Richard Dreyfuss, human co-stars of Jaws. Based on Robert Shaw's own drinking diaries during the shoot, we learn how the trio, fuelled by alcohol and ambition, passed the time bullying, bickering, and bragging while sitting out the interminable delays caused by their Great White co-star.
Key Information
Run Time
One hour and 30 minutes
Dates
Finished 22 Feb 2025
Cast
- Ian Shaw as Robert Shaw
- Dan Fredenburgh as Roy Scheider
- Ashley Margolis as Richard Dreyfuss
Please note: The producers can't guarantee the appearance of any performers on any specific date.
Creative
- Directed by Martha Geelan
- Set and costume design by Duncan Henderson
- Lighting design by Jon Clark
- Sound design by Adam Cork
- Video design by Nina Dunn
Reviews
Customer reviews
Susan M.
See it whilst you can!
The Shark is Broken is well worth seeing, whether you are a fan of the original 1974 Jaws film or not. The set is wonderful, balancing the intimacy of a boat cabin with the expanse of the open sea; the passing of time, and the boredom of waiting for the next scene, is very cleverly represented between snappy and fresh dialogue. The play remains fresh throughout its 90 minute duration. The relationship between the actors provides a witty, at times tender portrayal of three very different men at very different stages of their movie careers and lives. See it whilst you can. ... Read more
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