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The Shark Is Broken Docks at Homewood Theatre This July

Three men. One boat. One very long wait.

South City Theatre is excited to present The Shark Is Broken, the acclaimed comedy by Ian Shaw and Joseph Nixon that takes audiences behind the scenes of one of the most famous films ever made.

In 1974, the production of Jaws was underway, but there was one major problem: the mechanical shark wouldn’t work. As filming delays stretched from days into weeks, the movie’s three stars—Robert Shaw, Richard Dreyfuss, and Roy Scheider—found themselves stranded together aboard the Orca with little to do except argue, joke, drink, reminisce, and wonder if the film would ever be completed.

What emerged from that troubled production would become the first summer blockbuster. But The Shark Is Broken focuses on the moments nobody saw—the frustrations, friendships, rivalries, and unexpected humanity that existed behind the camera.

Co-written by Ian Shaw, son of actor Robert Shaw, the play offers a fascinating and often hilarious glimpse into the personalities behind the iconic characters of Quint, Hooper, and Brody. Filled with sharp wit, nostalgia, and surprising emotional depth, the show captures what happens when three talented actors are forced to confront one another—and themselves—while floating in uncertainty.

This South City Theatre production will be hosted by Homewood Theatre and features a talented cast bringing these legendary Hollywood figures to life on stage. Whether you’re a lifelong Jaws fan or simply enjoy great theatre, The Shark Is Broken delivers an entertaining evening of comedy, conflict, and cinematic history.

Performance Schedule

July 9–12, 2026

  • Thursday, July 9 – 7:30 PM
  • Friday, July 10 – 7:30 PM
  • Saturday, July 11 – 2:00 PM (Matinee)
  • Saturday, July 11 – 7:30 PM
  • Sunday, July 12 – 2:00 PM (Matinee)

Location

Homewood Theatre
1831 28th Avenue South
Homewood, AL 35209

Tickets

Tickets: $25

Tickets are sold through South City Theatre’s ticketing system.

⚠️ Advisory: Contains adult language.

For tickets and information, visit South City Theatre or contact us at info@southcitytheatre.com or (205) 621-2128.

We’re going to need a bigger boat.

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The Pelham BEAT

A murder mystery? YES, please! With dinner? HECK YEAH! In Pelham?

In conjunction with: South City Theatre & Pelham Civic Complex

Location: Pelham Civic Complex and Ice Arena

Tickets https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1984242192813?aff=oddtdtcreator

Set on the filming of a 1950s-era television sitcom
Inspired by a comedic “wacky housewife and her Cuban husband” dynamic
Audience acts as a studio audience watching the show being filmed
A murder occurs during production, and the mystery unfolds from there
Includes comedic elements and references to classic and modern television
Event Experience
Schedule Flow
6:00 PM – Doors open (lobby access, drinks available)
6:30 PM – Buffet opens
~7:00 PM – Show begins
Food & Drink

Signature Cocktails:

Cuban Mojito
Vita-Meata-Vegamin

Meal Options:

Meatloaf
Cuban-style Mojo Chicken
Salad and sides
Apple crisp dessert

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South City Renovations

South City Theatre is doing some serious spring cleaning! With the help of our new landlords and the Pelham Fire Marshall, we are temporarily closing the theatre to focus on renovation efforts. The renovations will result in a safer and more welcoming experience for you, our patrons.

The current production, Red, White, and Tuna is being postponed. Patrons with reservations will be contacted about rescheduling.

Thanks so much for your patience while we are closed

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WELCOME TO SOUTH CITY THEATRE

WELCOME to South City Theatre’s website. We are Shelby County, Alabama’s award-winning community theatre, bringing the best of local productions for adults and children to your doorstep since 1999!

Learn more about us by checking out the “About” tab. Join us either onstage, backstage, or in the audience for an entertaining theatrical experience! We would love to have you with us! Located at 2969 Pelham Pkwy, Pelham, Alabama.

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ACTingUP SUMMER CAMP 2026

It’s official! The ActingUP Summer Camp Production this June is Frozen, Jr. Send your children to Arendelle “In Summer,” and “Let It Go.” For two weeks, they play with Elsa, Anna, Sven, Kristoff, Olaf, and trolls. Your kids already know the story and the songs.

The camp and performances will be at The Episcopal Church of the Holy Spirit, 858 Kent Dairy Road, Alabaster. Dates are June 1 – 13, 2026 from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM with four performances on June 12, 13 and 14, 2026

SUMMER CAMP 2026 REGISTRATION FORM

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Opening This Week: The Cottage

Escape to the English countryside—where secrets unravel, doors slam, and absolutely nothing goes according to plan. The theatre proudly presents The Cottage, the razor-sharp comedy by Sandy Rustin that took Broadway by storm, running Feb. 6-7, 2026, and Feb. 13-14, 2026, as 7:30 PM. There will be one matinee on Sunday, Feb. 8, 2026, at 2:00 PM.

A loving (and gleeful) send-up of classic British farce, The Cottage follows a group of wildly
confident, deeply misguided characters whose romantic entanglements collide inside a
single country cottage. What begins as a clandestine affair quickly spirals into mistaken
identities, unexpected visitors, flying accusations, and nonstop laughs. The result is a fast-
paced comedy that rewards audiences with both highbrow wit and delightfully lowbrow
chaos.

This production features an all-star “dream cast,” with Sydney Alison Batten, Jacob Call,
Robin Rushing, Bill Allen, Casey O’Brien, and Holt Thomas bringing Rustin’s rapid-fire
dialogue to life. Direction is helmed by Pat Yates, whose comedic sensibilities perfectly
match the play’s bold timing and unapologetic humor.

Originally a Broadway hit, The Cottage earned acclaim for its modern twist on traditional
farce—celebrating theatrical excess while poking fun at it in equal measure. With sharp
language, heightened situations, and a relentless pace, the play feels both classic and
contemporary.

Whether you’re a longtime theatre lover or just in need of a smart, laugh-out-loud night out,
The Cottage promises an evening of delightful scandal and theatrical mayhem.

Content Advisory:
This production includes adult language and situations, depictions of smoking, and brief
gunshot sound effects. If this were a film, it would be rated PG-13.


Show dates are Feb. 6-7, 2026, and Feb. 13-14, 2026, as 7:30 PM. There will be one matinee
on Sunday, Feb. 8, 2026, at 2:00 PM.

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Opening This Week: Christmas Queens

South City Theatre is excited to present Alicia Lane Dutton’s Christmas Queens for five performances, December 12 – 20, 2025. This year, the Catoosa County Christmas Queen Pageant, sponsored by a local catfish farmer, will invite former winners to compete in a special reunion pageant. Louise, owner of The Limelight Theater, isn’t thrilled with the idea but needs the sponsorship money. The former beauty queens range in age from 18 to Belva’s not telling. Unfortunately, someone is sabotaging the competition. Is it the oldest queen? The soap opera star? The pregnant competitor, or any of the other women competing for the prize money?

Written by Alabama native and UA graduate, Alicia Lane Dutton. This production is directed by Donna Williamson and stars Kathy Scruggs, Michael Wilbanks, Natali Jimenez, Katherine Simmons, Sally Montgomery, Lisa Nelson, Emily Wolfe, Max Berrios, and Valerie Brock.

Tickets are available at southcitytheatre.com or by calling (205) 621-2128. Advance ticket prices are $20 general admission, $17 for students and seniors, $14 for groups of 10 or more. At the door price is $22.

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