Quote from Barney in Stuff
Barney: I don't take flyers. Marshall: You took one two seconds before you walked in here. Barney: That's different. It was for a strip club. Two bucks off wings. How much is your flyer going to save me on wings? Lily: Fine. It's a flyer from my play. Barney: Oh, Lily, I'd love to, but we're not in college and I'm not trying to sleep with you. So anyway, this mermaid... Marshall: Hey, Lily's friend asked her to be in this play, and it's gonna be really good. Barney: Lily, I love you, but we're too old for this. Asking someone to come see your play is like asking someone for a ride to the airport or to crash on your couch or to help you move. Call a cab, book a room, hire some movers and repeat after me: Friends don't let friends come see their crappy play.