THE story of friends’ triumphs and tragedies will be performed at the Theatre Royal Bath in the new tour of Steel Magnolias.

Written by Robert Harling and directed by David Gilmore, Steel Magnolias is a heart-warming and bittersweet comedy which combines the charming gentility of southern women with strength and wit made of steel.

Starring Kacey Ainsworth, Isla Blair, Cheryl Campbell, Cherie Lunghi, Sadie Pickering and Denise Welch, the show will be performed from April 3-7, with showings at 7.30pm on April 3-4 and 8pm on April 5-7.

Tickets, priced �18-34, will be available from the box office on 01225 448844.