Friday, January 23, 2026

Friday 5: 5 Broadway Stars on Vintage TV: That Girl Edition by JK

Like most Broadway fans, we love seeing our stage favorites on TV. Shows like Law and Order (all versions!), Blue Bloods and The Gilded Age are a treasure trove of star sightings. Back in th…

SOURCE: www.jkstheatrescene.com at 07:24AM
Tuesday, January 13, 2026

‘The Shark is Broken’ treads water, but it’s a fun swim by Garth Gersten

At Vintage, strong performances and consistent humor keep a wandering script afloat.

SOURCE: OnStage Colorado at 10:48AM
Thursday, October 16, 2025

Review: THE SHARK IS BROKEN Now Streaming on BroadwayHD

50 years ago this summer, the world witnessed the theatrical release of Jaws, a cinematic tour de force that forever changed how we, the audience, engaged with movies. The film is often cred…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:02AM
Wednesday, October 15, 2025

Alex Brightman and Sara Chase to Star in Schmigadoon! on Broadway by Jamie Kravitz

Alex Brightman and Sara Chase are returning to the Golden Age of musical theater in Schmigadoon! on Broadway. The pair will reprise the roles of Josh Skinner and Melissa Gimble, which they o…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:32AM
Thursday, October 2, 2025

The Shark Is Broken at NC Stage Co. by Bruce Steele

Set entirely on an anchored fishing boat, this play pulls off a remarkable feat: You’ll believe you’re watching the three stars of Steven Spielberg’s “Jaws” behind the scenes w…

SOURCE: ashevillestages.com at 10:00AM
Tuesday, September 16, 2025

Theatre Review: ‘The Shark is Broken’ at Maryland Ensemble Theatre (MET) by Katie Barnett

Lights, camera, action? What about the moments in between takes? Maryland Ensemble Theatre’s (MET) production of “The Shark Is Broken” offers exactly that—an intimate, witty, and dee…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 03:15PM
Monday, September 15, 2025

The Shark Is Broken, Bat Out of Hell Headed to BroadwayHD by Logan Culwell-Block

The theatrical streamer has unveiled the rest of its 2025 programming.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:42PM

THE SHARK IS BROKEN and BAT OUT OF HELL to Premiere on BroadwayHD

BroadwayHD will present two brand new exclusive world streaming premieres. Direct from Broadway and the West End, where it earned an Olivier Award nomination for Best Entertainment or Comedy…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:54AM
Monday, May 5, 2025

The Shark is Broken by Victoria Weisfeld

When three actors of dissimilar personalities are confined on a small boat awaiting their fake shark prop to be repaired, plenty of comic mayhem ensues. The post The Shark is Broken appeared…

SOURCE: The Front Row Center at 01:50PM
Sunday, May 4, 2025

Theater review: ‘Jaws’ fans will eat up ‘The Shark is Broken’ in Beverly by Peter Chianca

If Steven Spielberg’s classic film is part of your cinematic vocabulary, this behind-the-scenes comedy at North Shore Music Theatre is a must-see. The post Theater review: ‘Jaws’ fans…

SOURCE: Boston Globe at 05:00AM
Monday, April 7, 2025
Thursday, March 27, 2025

Casting Complete for The Shark Is Broken at George Street Playhouse by Molly Higgins

Written by Ian Shaw and Joseph Nixon, the work takes audiences behind the scenes of Jaws.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:42AM
Tuesday, November 26, 2024

Cast Announced for UK and Ireland tour of The Shark Is Broken by Theatre Weekly

Casting is announced for the forthcoming UK and Ireland tour of The Shark Is Broken, the behind- the-scenes West End and Broadway smash hit comedy about the making of the movie Jaws

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 04:05PM
Tuesday, October 8, 2024

Theater review: CT premiere of amusing male-bonding play ‘The Shark is Broken’ has bite by Christopher Arnott

“The Shark is Broken,” making its Connecticut premiere at Playhouse on Park, is a highly detailed take on what went on behind the scenes during the making of "Jaws."

SOURCE: Hartford Courant at 09:56AM
Sunday, August 11, 2024

THE SHARK IS BROKEN Gets Ready to Take a Bite Out of Broadway by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: 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…

SOURCE: YouTube at 04:55AM
Thursday, July 25, 2024

New Cast Members Join Encores Ragtime by Sandi Durell

NEW YORK CITY CENTER today announced additional casting for the Annual Gala Presentation Ragtime, directed by Tony nominated Encores! Artistic Director Lear deBessonet. Joining the cast a…

SOURCE: Theater Pizzazz at 11:19AM
Wednesday, July 24, 2024

Joy Woods, Shaina Taub, Ben Levi Ross and Colin Donnell Join Ragtime at New York City Center by Hayley Levitt

New York City Center has announced additional featured casting for its gala presentation of Ragtime, directed by Encores! Artistic Director Lear deBessonet. Performances will run from Octo…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:24PM
Monday, May 20, 2024

Merrily We Roll Along, The Great Gatsby and More Win Big at 2024 Broadway.com Audience Choice Awards by Broadway.com

Merrily We Roll Along has topped the list of winners for the 2024 Broadway.com Audience Choice Awards, chosen by Broadway.com readers. The hit revival of the Stephen Sondheim/George Furth m…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 10:18AM
Monday, May 13, 2024

Outer Critics Circle Award Winners 2024 by Sandi Durell

Winners noted in bold Outstanding New Broadway Play Jaja’s African Hair Braiding Mother Play: A Play in Five Evictions Patriots Stereophonic The Shark Is Broken Outstanding New Broadway Mu…

SOURCE: Theater Pizzazz at 10:04AM
Tuesday, April 16, 2024

The Shark Is Broken Will Be Licensed by Broadway Licensing Global by Logan Culwell-Block

The behind-the-scenes Jaws comedy, written by Ian Shaw and Joseph Nixon, made its Broadway debut last year.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:06AM
Tuesday, April 2, 2024

JAWS inspired play 'The Shark is Broken' returning to stage in 2025

Original story published in playbill.com. If you would like to write for The Daily Jaws, please visit our 'work with us' page. For all the latest ...

SOURCE: Google at 08:02PM
Monday, April 1, 2024

The Shark is Broken, What the Constitution Means to Me, More Headed for George Street Playhouse by Logan Culwell-Block

The New Jersey company has unveiled its complete 2024–2025 season.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:02PM
Tuesday, January 2, 2024

Best Shows of the First Half of the 2023-2024 Season by Joseph Cervelli

Best Shows of the First Half of the 2023-2024 Season By Joseph Cervelli Here are what I consider the best shows I have seen from May till December of this year.  So, here in no particular o…

SOURCE: Theater Time at 09:09AM
Thursday, November 30, 2023

Tony Awards Eligibility Determined for Merrily We Roll Along, Back to the Future & More by Darryn King

The journey to Broadway’s night of nights has begun. The Tony Awards Administration Committee met today to confirm the eligibility status of 10 Broadway productions for the 2023-2024 seaso…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 07:54PM
Sunday, November 19, 2023

Behind-the-Scenes Jaws Comedy The Shark Is Broken Completes Broadway Run November 19 by Talaura Harms

Alex Brightman, Ian Shaw, and Colin Donnell star in the play set on the blockbuster film's fishing boat.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:18AM
Saturday, November 18, 2023

Cynthia Nixon Visits THE SHARK IS BROKEN Ahead of Closing Weekend

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…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:31PM
Wednesday, November 8, 2023

THE SHARK IS BROKEN Celebrates 100 Performances on Broadway

This weekend, THE SHARK IS BROKEN celebrated 100 performances at the Golden Theatre! Learn how to purchase tickets to the show!

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:33PM
Monday, October 30, 2023

THE SHARK IS BROKEN Enters Final 3 Weeks of Performances on Broadway

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.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:49PM
Friday, October 27, 2023

Photo: Paul Rudd & Lin-Manuel Miranda Visit THE SHARK IS BROKEN

See photos of Paul Rudd and Lin-Manuel Miranda at The Shark is Broken on Broadway!

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:49PM

Richard Dreyfuss Bites Broadway’s ‘The Shark Is Broken’, Says Play Makes Him Look Like “A Big Jerk”

Jaws actor Richard Dreyfuss recently caught a performance of Broadway’s The Shark Is Broken, the comedy-drama about the making of Steven Spielberg’s 1975 blockbuster. Despite the smile o…

SOURCE: Deadline at 01:36PM

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