Waiting for Godot Extended By Popular Demand!

11.06 – 12.21.2024

Written By: Samuel Beckett
Directed By: Judy Hegarty Lovett
Produced in Association with: Gare St Lazare Ireland
Featuring: Lincoln Bonilla, Conor Lovett, Aasif Mandvi, Jack McSherry, Adam Stein & Rainn Wilson

‘Godot’ is a Hit!

OVERVIEW

As Vladimir and Estragon wait and wait for the arrival of the elusive Godot, a cast of mysterious misfits interrupt their endless vigil in Samuel Beckett’s tragi-comic masterpiece that has captivated audiences for decades. Timeless and multi-layered, Waiting for Godot changed the course of contemporary drama and remains as resonant and riveting as ever. Gare St Lazare Ireland, “the unparalleled Beckett champions” according to the New York Times, bring their wit and skill to what promises to be a Godot for the ages.

Geffen Playhouse’s Theater as a Lens for Justice initiative provides access to this production and supplementary programs for populations impacted by incarceration and is supported, in part, by Jayne Baron Sherman.

This production is also supported by:

Performance Information

Running Time: 2 hours and 30 minutes, including one intermission.
Warnings: Herbal Cigarette Smoke • Use and Sound of a Whip

Content Advisory: This production contains staged violence.

Age Recommendation: 12+
All Geffen Playhouse productions are intended for an adult audience; children under 10 years of age will not be admitted.

Cast Notice: The role of “Boy” will be alternately performed by Lincoln Bonilla and Jack McSherry.

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“dynamic”

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“Well Worth the Wait”

— Los Angeles Times

“a rare treat not to be missed!”

— South Pasadenan

“powerfully authentic”

— The Hollywood Times

“aesthetically charming”

— LA Theatrix

“strong all across the board”

— Stage and Cinema

“gripping and fascinating”

— Splash Magazines

“formidable performances”

— Daily Bruin

“stellar”

— Daily Trojan

“if you can get a ticket...do”

— KCRW

“the perfect viewing experience”

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