Keanu Reeves and Alex Winter Are Bringing Their “Bill & Ted” Friendship to Broadway’s “Waiting for Godot” (Exclusive)

Keanu Reeves and Alex Winter are set to take on Broadway this fall in a revival of Samuel Beckett’s masterpiece, Waiting for Godot. The two stars recently sat down for an exclusive interview with PEOPLE to discuss their upcoming roles and the unique dynamic they bring to the stage.

Reeves and Winter, who first met on the set of ‘Bill & Ted’s Excellent Adventure’ in 1989, have developed a lifelong friendship that shines through in their work together. Despite their iconic roles as Bill Preston and Ted Logan in the cult movie series, audiences can expect to see a different side of the duo in this production.

In a video conversation with director Jamie Lloyd, Reeves and Winter share their excitement about bringing their offstage bond to their on-stage characters. Winter describes their collaboration as being like “being in a band together,” where they intuitively understand each other’s rhythms and dynamics.

Lloyd, who has worked with A-listers like Jessica Chastain and Tom Hiddleston, praises the strong connection between Reeves and Winter, calling it “a great strength.” He notes how their chemistry and familiarity with each other’s styles have added a new dimension to their performances in Waiting for Godot.

Reeves, making his Broadway debut, expresses his childhood dream coming true, as he finds solace and a sense of home on the stage. Winter also reflects on the joy of acting alongside Reeves again, this time in different roles, after their successful reunion in ‘Bill & Ted Face the Music’ in 2020.

The production of Waiting for Godot, scheduled to begin previews at Broadway’s Hudson Theatre in September, promises to offer a fresh perspective on Beckett’s timeless work. Lloyd believes that the play’s exploration of companionship and friendship resonates deeply with today’s audiences, making it a relevant and compelling choice for this revival.

With tickets going on sale soon, fans of Reeves, Winter, and classic theatre can look forward to a captivating and thought-provoking experience on Broadway this fall. The magic of live theatre, coupled with the undeniable chemistry between these two stars, is sure to make Waiting for Godot a must-see event of the season.