Critically acclaimed play takes hilarious look at the making of ‘Jaws.’
The USCB Center for the Arts and PURE Theatre invite audiences to dive into the drama behind one of the most legendary films of all time with The Shark is Broken. This critically acclaimed play offers a hilarious behind-the-scenes look at the making of the film Jaws and will be performed for two days only at the USCB Center for the Arts.
Written by Ian Shaw and Joseph Nixon, The Shark is Broken transports audiences to 1974, when delays, mechanical failures, and clashing personalities plagued the production of Jaws. The play reveals the off-camera antics of the film’s three lead actors—Roy Scheider, Richard Dreyfuss, and Robert Shaw—as they are stranded on a boat, waiting endlessly for the notoriously unreliable mechanical shark to work. Tensions rise, egos clash, and whiskey flows as they navigate personal insecurities, Hollywood pressures,and the unexpected camaraderie that emerges in the process.
“This play is a must-see for film buffs, theater lovers, and anyone who enjoys a mix of comedy and drama,” said Bonnie Hargrove, Director of USCB Center for the Arts. “PURE Theatre is known for their bold and intimate storytelling, and we are thrilled to bring this popular production to Beaufort.”
With The Shark is Broken, audiences will experience a blend of humor, nostalgia, and human vulnerability, all wrapped in a fascinating look at cinematic history.
Performances will take place at the USCB Center for the Arts on February 28 at 7:30pm and March 1 at 2:00pm. Tickets are available now at uscbcenterforthearts.com. Adults $30, Seniors/Military $25, Students $15. Adult content and language: this production is not recommended for young children.
Don’t miss your chance to experience the hilarious, untold story behind the blockbuster Jaws!
About PURE Theatre:
Founded in Charleston, SC, PURE Theatre is committed to producing contemporary theater that challenges and inspires audiences through bold, thought-provoking productions.
