The Shark Is Broken at the Everyman Theatre Cheltenham
Tuesday 22 - Saturday 26 April 2025
Experience The Shark Is Broken at the Everyman Theatre in Cheltenham
Dive into the drama behind the scenes of Jaws with The Shark Is Broken!
FADE IN: The open ocean, 1974. Filming is delayed…again. The lead actors—theatre veteran Robert Shaw and young Hollywood hotshots Richard Dreyfuss and Roy Scheider—find themselves crammed into a too-small boat, entirely at the mercy of foul weather and a faulty mechanical co-star. As alcohol flows, egos collide, and tempers flare, this chaotic voyage could either lead to cinematic magic or sink them all.
Step aboard the Orca and into THE SHARK IS BROKEN, a “profound dive behind the scenes of the making of Jaws” (The Daily Telegraph, ★★★★). This Olivier Award-nominated new play is described as “hilariously brilliant and pure genius” by the Sunday Express (★★★★★), featuring Ian Shaw (War Horse, Common) in a captivating portrayal of his father, Robert Shaw.
THE SHARK IS BROKEN not only celebrates movie history but also offers a peek into the choppy waters behind Hollywood’s first blockbuster. With short tempers and short circuits, this gripping 95-minute performance promises no intermission, ensuring an engaging experience from start to finish.
As part of the great lineup of events in Cheltenham, this production is perfect for those looking for a memorable night out in Gloucestershire filled with laughter and drama.
Content Warning: This production may contain themes and content that are not suitable for younger audiences. Audience discretion is advised.
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