Strictly Business Daily Variety -- Alex Winter and Keanu Reeves on the Journey From 'Bill & Ted' to 'Waiting for Godot'; Paying Tribute to Ozzy Osbourne
Oct 7, 2025
Alex Winter and Keanu Reeves share insights on their revival of 'Waiting for Godot' on Broadway, revealing how their friendship enhances their roles. They discuss the spontaneous inception of the idea and the challenges of memorizing Beckett's complex language. The conversation also touches on the relatable themes in the play, reflecting contemporary issues. Meanwhile, a discussion emerges about the tribute to Ozzy Osbourne, featuring personal recollections amidst the release of a documentary capturing his life and struggles.
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Friendship Shapes The Performance
- Keanu Reeves and Alex Winter felt their real-life friendship uniquely suited them to play Vladimir and Estragon.
- Their long history provides the shorthand and emotional truth the production needs.
Director Balances Vision And Humanity
- Jamie Lloyd was chosen for balancing visionary staging with human emotional truth.
- Alex Winter wanted characters grounded as real people, not academic caricatures.
Character Echoes From Bill & Ted
- Alex Winter maps similarities between Bill & Ted and Godot characters, noting overlapping dynamics.
- He sees Vladimir as partly himself and Estragon as partly Keanu, mirroring their earlier on-screen chemistry.
