First Year Juniors, Long Eaton, 1987. Kylie’s about to hit number one, and Jess meets Billy for the first time.

There’s conflict, competition and mutual intrigue, but they quickly become inseparable: Proper soulmates – the kind who finish each other’s sentences and overshare about first kisses.

As they pursue different paths, him in the big city, her in their fading hometown, they can’t escape the pull of their friendship – or the arguments and jealousy that come with it. Following them across the decades – from making mixtapes and endless summers, to the chaos of parenthood, Scenes from a Friendship is a warm, funny, and deeply felt look at the bond you share with the person who’s shaped your life, who knows all your flaws but loves you regardless.

Nottingham born Jane Upton’s previous work (the) Woman was shortlisted for the Bruntwood Prize for Playwriting and enjoyed a successful run at Nottingham Playhouse and on tour, before transferring to London’s Park Theatre.

Cast

Benedict Salter
Billy Benedict Salter
Katie Redford
Jess Katie Redford

Creative Team

Writer Jane Upton
Director Hannah Stone
Designer Abby Clarke
Lighting Designer Alex Musgrave
Sound Designer and Composer Ellie Isherwood
Movement Director Michela Meazza
Dramaturg Sarah Dickenson
Stage Manager Vivi Wei

First Day of Rehearsals

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Touch Tour: Scenes from a Friendship

Tue 2 Jun

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Scenes from a Friendship Curtain Raiser

Tue 19 May

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