Overview

'I don't know who I am without you. You're the custodian of every version of me.' It's 1987. Kylie's about to hit number one, and Jess meets Billy in First-year Juniors. 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, Scenes from a Friendship is a warm, funny and deeply felt look at the bond you share with the person who knows all your flaws but loves you regardless. Jane Upton's play was first performed at Nottingham Playhouse in 2026, directed by Hannah Stone. 'A platonic One Day that will melt your heart... luminous and heart-exploding... a play about the complicated, beautiful bond between two people. It leaves you desperate for more days with them' — Guardian 'A powerful portrait of human connection that feels both deeply personal and universally recognisable... sharp humour peppered with pop culture references... the witty, fast-paced dialogue consistently hits the mark... this brilliantly written and superbly performed piece celebrates the enduring importance of genuine, authentic friendship and the profound effect it has on our lives' — WhatsOnStage 'Incredibly well written... an absolute masterclass in how to successfully present a two-hander... moving and cathartic... a vital and energising play' — Theatre & Tonic 'Tenderness, poignancy and humour' — British Theatre Guide 'A joy to watch... Think One Day without the calendar constraints... smart writing that manages difficult subjects with great care and humour' — Left Lion

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'A platonic One Day that will melt your heart... luminous and heart-exploding... a play about the complicated, beautiful bond between two people. It leaves you desperate for more days with them' * Guardian * 'A powerful portrait of human connection that feels both deeply personal and universally recognisable... sharp humour peppered with pop culture references... the witty, fast-paced dialogue consistently hits the mark... this brilliantly written and superbly performed piece celebrates the enduring importance of genuine, authentic friendship and the profound effect it has on our lives' * WhatsOnStage * 'Incredibly well written... an absolute masterclass in how to successfully present a two-hander... moving and cathartic... a vital and energising play' * Theatre & Tonic * 'Tenderness, poignancy and humour' * British Theatre Guide * 'A joy to watch... Think One Day without the calendar constraints... smart writing that manages difficult subjects with great care and humour' * Left Lion *

Author Information

Jane Upton is a playwright whose work includes: Scenes from a Friendship (Nottingham Playhouse, 2026); (the) Woman (New Perspectives / Royal & Derngate tour, 2025); The Price of Home (Paines Plough & Derby Theatre); Finding Nana (New Perspectives, 2017 & 2018); All the Little Lights (George Devine Award, 2016; Fifth Word UK tour, 2017); Watching the Living, an adaptation of two Daphne du Maurier short stories (New Perspectives Theatre UK tour, 2014); Swimming (Menagerie Theatre Hotbed Festival, 2013/Soho/Edinburgh Festival, 2014); and Bones (Fifth Word, Edinburgh Festival/UK tour 2011–2012). She was the winner of the 2024 Adopt a Playwright Award run by Off West End Plays and Playwrights. Author photo by David Hammond

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