Description
Following a sell-out and highly successful run at the Edinburgh Fringe in 2019, the Shark is Broken comes to the Ambassadors Theatre in 2020. An extremely funny, alternative take on what happened behind the scenes of the Spielberg’s smash-hit blockbuster film Jaws, the Shark is Broken rattled and thrilled Edinburgh Fringe audiences and is set to storm the West End.
With critically acclaimed direction from Guy Masteron (12 Angry Men, Under Milkwood and Olivier Award winner for Morecomb) and presented by Sonia Friedman Productions, The Shark is Broken was written by Joseph Nixon and also Ian Shaw. Notably, Ian Shaw is the original film’s star Bob Shaw’s son, and he went to visit the film’s set in 1974, meeting the mechanical shark called Bruce. Inspired by the private diaries of Robert Shaw, the Shark is Broken stars Ian Shaw in his father’s role, alongside Demetri Goritasas (another original Jaws actor) and Liam Murray Scott.
For an unforgettable and truly unique theatrical experience, buy your theatre tickets in advance to avoid disappointment as the Shark is Broken is expected to be in extremely high demand!
Running time: 1 hour 10 mins (no interval)
Age recommendation: 12+
Plot
It is 1974, Cape Cod, and the filming of blockbuster hit Jaws has begun. However, the mechanical shark, Bruce, is broken. The three leading actors, Robert Shaw, Roy Scheider and Richard Dreyfuss, are stuck on a boat and find themselves very frustrated by the terrible weather and the fact that the shark is not working. Following their conversations fuelled by alcohol, we learn about their artistic experiences and commercial successes.
The Shark is Broken Tickets
The Shark is Broken tickets range from £18 to £60. Depending on where you choose to sit in the Ambassadors theatre, ticket prices vary greatly. The Ambassadors Theatre has a capacity of 410 seats and is divided into the Stalls and the Circle.
If you are looking for the best seats in the theatre, then these can be found in the centre of the Stalls, particularly between seats 6-12 in rows D-G which provide a special, intimate theatrical experience. There are also some excellent seats in the first two rows of the Circle. In general, as the auditorium is so small, there are not many seats with restricted viewing.
Cheap Tickets and Discounts
If you are looking for the Shark Is Broken cheap tickets, then these can be found at the back of the Circle, since this is the area of the theatre furthest away from the stage. However, these seats still havve excellent views of the stage despite being at a discounted price.
Group Bookings
For group booking enquiries, please call 020 7206 1174 or email groupsd@theambassadors.com
The Ambassadors Theatre
Getting there
The Ambassadors Theatre is easily accessible by both public transport and by car. However, please be aware that the theatre is in the centre of London and you will have to pay the London’s Congestion Zone fee of £11.50 between 7am and 6pm.
The Ambassadors theatre address is:
West Street, London, WC2H 9ND
Train: Charing Cross Station is the closest train station to the Ambassadors Theatre as it is only a 15-20 minute walk away.
Tube: if you are taking the tube, then the nearest tube station is Leicester Square (Northern, Piccadilly). However, you can also easily walk from Covent Garden (Piccadilly) and Holborn (Piccadilly, Central).
Bus: the Ambassadors Theatre is easily reached by bus; you can take several bus routes which stop on Charing Cross Road and Shaftesbury Avenue 14, 19, 24, 29, 38 and 176 and are only a 15 minute walk away from the theatre.
Access
Please call the Ambassadors Theatre access line on 020 7395 5405 or email access@theambassadorstheatre.co.uk if you have any questions prior to your visit.
Getting into the theatre
On entering the theatre, there is one small step down to the theatre foyer from street level.
Inside the theatre
All of the sections of the Ambassadors theatre must be accessed by stairs as there is no customer lift due to the age of the theatre. However, the best section of the theatre for wheelchair users is the Circle, as this is only 5 steps down from the main foyer whereas the Stalls is 26 steps up and does not have much legroom.
Due to spatial restrictions, there is no possibility of wheelchair users staying in their seats throughout the theatre. However, transfers are available but the Ambassador Theatre requires that you bring a companion to help with the transfer.
There is also an at-seat service available for customers with limited mobility. If you do require this service, please let the Ambassadors theatre know beforehand
Dates and Showtimes
The Shark is Broken is showing at the Ambassadors Theatre from 11th May 2020- 18th July 2020.
Showtimes
Monday - Saturday 19:30
Thursday & Saturday 14:30
Photos of The Shark is Broken
Featured videos
AUDIENCE REACTION: THE SHARK IS BROKEN
Adam chats with Ian Shaw and cast of The Shark is Broken
SHARK PUPPET IS BROKE!!!!!
WIN TICKETS TO SEE THE SHARK IS BROKEN
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