Waiting for Godot at the Little Garden Theater

Presented September 25-October 5, 2025

Thursday-Saturday, 7:30 pm

Sunday, 4:00 pm

The tavern at the Goldenrod Country Inn will be open for all performances, opening at 5 pm Thursday-Saturday and 3 pm Sunday. Full bar avaialable.

In case of inclement weather, the show will transfer inside to the Cabaret Room for an intimate staging. All ticketholders will be invited to attend and additional outdoor performance during the run.

"Waiting for Godot" is a seminal play by Samuel Beckett, first published in 1952, that explores themes of existential uncertainty and the human condition. The narrative primarily follows two characters, Estragon and Vladimir, who engage in a series of dialogues while waiting for someone named Godot, who never arrives. Their conversations oscillate between philosophical musings and mundane discussions, reflecting their confusion and despair about existence.

The play is set in a desolate landscape, marked by a solitary tree, symbolizing the barren nature of their waiting. Estragon struggles with physical discomfort, such as his ill-fitting boot, while Vladimir attempts to maintain a semblance of hope and order. Their interactions often reveal a cyclical pattern of conflict and reconciliation, emphasizing the absurdity of their situation.

Throughout the play, they encounter other characters, including Pozzo and Lucky, who further illustrate the themes of power dynamics and dependency. The dialogue is rich with irony and dark humor, prompting reflection on the nature of time, memory, and human relationships. Ultimately, "Waiting for Godot" challenges audiences to contemplate the significance of waiting and the search for meaning in an indifferent universe. This influential work remains a cornerstone of modern theatre and continues to resonate with diverse interpretations and philosophical inquiries. From the ESBSCO Research Library

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