The Shark Is Broken

Synopsis

The Shark is Broken co-written by Ian Shaw, delves into the behind-the-scenes challenges during the making of the groundbreaking film ‘Jaws.’ Set on a boat off the coast of Martha’s Vineyard, the play reveals the tense interactions among actors Robert Shaw, Roy Scheider and Richard Dreyfuss as they grapple with a notoriously difficult shoot, characterized by mechanical failures and the pressures of an escalating budget. The script cleverly blends humor and drama, mirroring the on-screen tension with the actors’ off-screen conflicts and camaraderie. As the mechanical shark frequently malfunctions, tempers flare, secrets are revealed and the actors’ deep fears and vulnerabilities come to the surface, providing a riveting look at the personal and artistic struggles that go into making a masterpiece.