3 / 10
Eventually, we get to the last day of filming and the final farewells. Not surprisingly, Scheider proffers his hand to the other two: 'I gotta say, I feel kind of sad. It's been a pleasure, gentlemen.' And true to form, Shaw and Dreyfuss say goodbye by trading sarcastic barbs. I hate to carp, but while Jaws may be the ultimate fish story, The Shark Is Broken flounders to the end, with neither an engaging hook nor a line of compelling dialog to keep it afloat.
6 / 10
The problem facing the playwrights is finding a new hook (sorry) in telling this oft-told making-of-a-fish tale. Much of the behind-the-scenes details have been widely known since the 1970s, in part due to the outstanding memoir The Jaws Log by screenwriter Carl Gottlieb. Indeed, the on-set difficulties have become so entrenched in cultural lore that the title of this play needs no explanation or elaboration to reel in audiences. And even though the film cast’s personality clashes are nearly as legendary as the mechanical shark’s short circuits, the play’s authors and performers deliver such nicely detailed characterizations that The Shark Is Broken holds our interest throughout its 95 minutes.
On Thursday, November 16, ahead of THE SHARK IS BROKEN’s final weekend on Broadway at the Golden Theatre, Cynthia Nixon (The Gilded Age, And Just Like That…, Sex and the City), stopped by to see the splash-hit! After the show, she met the cast and posed for a photo.
This weekend, THE SHARK IS BROKEN celebrated 100 performances at the Golden Theatre! Learn how to purchase tickets to the show!
Only three more weeks to see the strictly limited engagement of THE SHARK IS BROKEN, the laugh-out-loud comedy that has been making a splash on Broadway.
See photos of Paul Rudd and Lin-Manuel Miranda at The Shark is Broken on Broadway!
The Shark is Broken is the new Broadway play, which explores the behind-the-scenes drama that took place during the filming of the 1975 film Jaws. Richard Dreyfuss shared his opinions on the production in a recent interview, including how it hurt his feelings the way he was portrayed.
The stars of THE SHARK IS BROKEN got a special surprise at the Golden Theater on Wednesday when the real Richard Dreyfuss came to the show! Check out photos!
Celebrate “Sharktober” with $75 orchestra tickets and $45 mezzanine tickets to see the laugh-out-loud comedy that has been making a splash on Broadway.
On Saturday, September 30, movie star Ben Stiller took his family to see The Shark Is Broken on Broadway at The Golden Theatre. He met up with stars Alex Brightman, Ian Shaw, and Colin Donnell backstage after the show to congratulate them and shared stories of working with Steven Spielberg. See photos!
Audiences only have 8 weeks left to see the critically acclaimed comedy that has been making a splash on Broadway, THE SHARK IS BROKEN. Get performance and ticket information here!
In this video, watch as BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge takes you to the opening night red carpet for The Shark Is Broken to chat with some of the evening's celebrity guests, including Al Roker, Patti Murin, Christian Slater, Nikki M. James, James Monroe Iglehart, Orfeh, and more!
Last night, The Shark Is Broken officially opened at the Golden Theatre! Check out video from the red carpet as BroadwayWorld takes you inside opening night!
On Thursday night, the best of Broadway was at the Golden Theatre to celebrate opening night of The Shark Is Broken.We're taking you inside opening night in this video!
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Last night, The Shark is Broken officially opened at the Golden Theatre! Check out photos from the red carpet here!
Last night, The Shark is Broken officially opened at the Golden Theatre! Check out photos of the cast taking their opening night bows here!
THE SHARK IS BROKEN officially opens tonight at Broadway's Golden Theatre for a strictly limited 16-week engagement. Read the reviews!
The best of Broadway is at the Golden Theatre tonight to celebrate opening night of the new comedy THE SHARK IS BROKEN. Check out photos of the cast on the red carpet!
All new clips have been released for the new comedy THE SHARK IS BROKEN opening tonight, Thursday, August 10, at Broadway’s Golden Theatre (252 West 45th Street). Check out the video here!
The new comedy THE SHARK IS BROKEN opens tonight, Thursday, August 10, at Broadway’s Golden Theatre. Check out photos of the Broadway marquee here!
Dive into the behind-the-scenes story of the making of the iconic movie JAWS with the hilarious Broadway comedy 'The Shark is Broken.' Get ready for a limited 16-week engagement at the Golden Theatre.
Get a first look at THE SHARK IS BROKEN on Broadway with exclusive photos. Discover behind-the-scenes images and stunning visuals from the highly anticipated production.
Get a first look at Colin Donnell, Ian Shaw, and Alex Brightman in action for the upcoming play, THE SHARK IS BROKEN. See the trio in character and get a sneak peek of what to expect from this highly anticipated production. Don't miss this behind-the-scenes glimpse into the world of theater.
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Rehearsals are underway for The Shark is Broken, which officially begins Broadway previews on July 25, at the John Golden Theatre. The play officially opens on Thursday, August 10, 2023, for a strictly limited 16-week engagement. In this video, watch as the cast meets the press!
The Shark is Broken officially begins previews on July 25, at the John Golden Theatre. The play officially opens on Thursday, August 10, 2023, for a strictly limited 16-week engagement. The cast met the press yesterday and you can check out the photos here!
| Year | Ceremony | Category | Nominee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | BroadwayWorld Awards | Best Featured Performer in a Play | Alex Brightman |
| 2024 | Outer Critics Circle Awards | Outstanding New Broadway Play | Joseph Nixon |
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