"Jaws" 50th anniversary screening and post-show discussion with Mark Shanahan

𝑪𝒆𝒍𝒆𝒃𝒓𝒂𝒕𝒆 50 𝒚𝒆𝒂𝒓𝒔 𝒐𝒇 𝑱𝒂𝒘𝒔 𝒂𝒕 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑷𝒍𝒂𝒚𝒉𝒐𝒖𝒔𝒆

In the summer of 1975, 𝙅𝙖𝙬𝙨 changed cinema forever—and made moviegoers afraid to take a swim!

Now, half a century later, the Westport Country Playhouse invites you to return to Amity Island and experience Steven Spielberg’s masterpiece on the big screen as it was meant to be seen.

Before the film, we’ll explore some of the hidden details and behind-the-scenes stories that make 𝙅𝙖𝙬𝙨 a masterclass in suspense. Afterward, join us for a conversation about how this legendary thriller became the first summer blockbuster and one of the greatest films of all time.

Don’t miss this unforgettable 50th anniversary event—get your tickets now before they disappear beneath the waves!

Running Time: 124 minute film with a pre-show talk and post-show discussion


ABOUT 𝙅𝘼𝙒𝙎 (1975)
An enormous great white shark terrorizes a summer resort town, where a police chief, a grizzled fisherman and an intrepid marine biologist realize they’re “gonna need a bigger boat” to battle the bloodthirsty beast. An Oscar winner for sound, editing and John Williams’ score.

Director: Steven Spielberg

Cast: Roy Scheider, Robert Shaw, Richard Dreyfuss, Lorraine Gary, Murray Hamilton

Rated PG

You may also like the following events from Westport Country Playhouse:

• Next month, 9th June, 07:00 pm, Script in Hand: The Shark Is Broken in Westport
• Next month, 21st June, 01:00 pm, Vital Theatre Company's "The Wizard of Oz" in Westport
• Next month, 23rd June, 07:00 pm, Pasek & Paul: Waving Through Westport in Westport

Also check out other Entertainment events in Westport.