FRIENDS! The Musical Parody, the hit New York and Las Vegas sensation, will embark on a major UK and Ireland tour, opening at the Barn Theatre, Cirencester from 14 July-23 August 2025.

FRIENDS! The Musical Parody is a side-splitting musical comedy packed with all of the iconic moments from all 10 seasons of the beloved television series. This uncensored, fast-paced romp features an entirely original musical score and showcases the escapades of the world’s most famous group of twenty-somethings as they tackle the challenges of work, life and love in 1990s Manhattan.

The production features a book and lyrics by Bob and Tobly McSmith, music by Assaf Gleizner, and set and lighting design by Andrew Exeter.

Producer Mark Goucher said: “It is great to be back supporting The Barn Theatre. We are looking forward to working with Iwan and his team creating this brand-new production which will then tour the UK and Ireland.”

Chief Executive and Artistic Director of the Barn, Iwan Lewis: said: “We’re beyond thrilled to team up with our friends and partners Mark Goucher, Matthew Gale and Oskar Eiriksson to bring FRIENDS! The Musical Parody to the Barn. As part of our 2025 strategy to attract new audiences, this show is the one that promises a night full of laughs and fun. Could we BE any more excited for next summer?”

Following Cirencester, the tour will visit Nottingham, Sunderland, York, Cheltenham, Wolverhampton, Dublin, Cardiff, Chester, Malvern Theatre, and Southampton, with further tour dates to be announced.

Full cast and further creative team to be revealed in due course.

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