FRIENDS – The Parody Musical

The Barn Theatre is thrilled to announce that Friends! The Musical Parody will kick off its UK and Ireland tour right here in Cirencester, running from 14 July to 23 August 2025. After its hugely successful runs in New York and Las Vegas, this hilarious production brings the beloved characters of Ross, Rachel, Monica, Chandler, Joey, and Phoebe to life in a way you’ve never seen before. And guess what? You get to see it first at the Barn Theatre before it heads to major venues across the country.

This fast-paced, uncensored musical comedy packs all the iconic moments from all 10 seasons of Friends into a riotous romp, complete with an original score. Directed by Michael Gyngell (The Full Monty), with a book and lyrics by Bob and Tobly McSmith and music by Assaf Gleizner, Friends! The Musical Parody is a must-see for fans of the show and lovers of laugh-out-loud theatre. Expect all the memorable catchphrases, misadventures, and, of course, coffeehouse conversations!

“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 Theatre,” said Iwan Lewis, Chief Executive and Artistic Director of the Barn Theatre. “Could we be any more excited for next summer?”

Tickets go on sale to Barn Friends members on 4 November, with general sales starting on 11 November. This show promises to be one of the hottest tickets of the summer, so don’t miss your chance to see it here before it heads out on a nationwide tour. Grab your friends, settle into your favorite couch, and get ready for a night of nostalgia, music, and non-stop laughter!

For more details and ticket information, stay tuned to our website. We can’t wait to welcome you to the Barn Theatre to see this exciting new production before it takes the UK by storm!