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New Production of Beckett’s Waiting for Godot Set for Broadway
The eagerly awaited revival of Samuel Beckett’s iconic play, Waiting for Godot, directed by Jamie Lloyd, is all set to premiere on Broadway. The production will feature notable performances by Keanu Reeves in the role of ‘Estragon’ and Alex Winter as ‘Vladimir’. The shows will take place at the historic Hudson Theatre, with previews kicking off on Saturday, September 13, leading to an official opening night on Sunday, September 28. This engaging performance will run for a limited time, concluding on Sunday, January 4, 2026.
For fans and theater enthusiasts, early access tickets will be available exclusively to members of the Waiting For Godot Priority List. Pre-sale tickets can be purchased starting Monday, April 21 at 10 AM ET until Wednesday, April 23 at 9:59 AM ET.
Once the pre-sale period concludes, the general public will have the opportunity to purchase tickets beginning Wednesday, April 23 at 10 AM ET.
Waiting For Godot, regarded as one of the most significant works of the 20th century, made its debut in 1953 in French, followed by an English rendition in London in 1955. Its profound impact on culture is noted by its translations into multiple languages and its influence across various artistic disciplines, including film, television, dance, opera, visual arts, fashion, and even video games. A survey conducted by London’s National Theatre among over 800 theater professionals recognized Waiting For Godot as the most pivotal play of the past century. Notably, in 2009, theater critic Ben Brantley of the New York Times praised the play, affirming its position as “this greatest of 20th century plays” while also highlighting its entertaining qualities.
Details regarding the full cast and creative team for Waiting For Godot are expected to be revealed in the near future.
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