The Truth Tickets
Ardal O’Hanlon and Stephen Mangan lead this revival of Florian Zeller’s sharp relationship comedy about truth, lies and infidelity.
The Truth in London
Oscar Winner Florian Zeller’s acclaimed play The Truth arrives at the Apollo Theatre, in the heart of Leicester Square, for a strictly limited season. This major revival of the razor-sharp comedy explores love, lies and self-deception, and comes to London for a strictly limited run, starring Tony nominee Stephen Mangan, comedy icon Ardal O’Hanlon, Olivier winner Janie Dee and Miranda star Sarah Hadland. Are you ready to learn the truth? Read our The Truth review and secure your tickets to this “ingenious puzzle of a play” (London Theatre) today.
What Is the Play The Truth About?
Michel is having an affair. Or at least, that’s the truth, as far as he’s concerned. Married to Laurence, he is also involved with Alice, the wife of his best friend, Paul. When Alice suggests confessing to spare their spouses further deception, Michel resists, convinced that honesty would cause more harm than good.
As the couples’ relationships intertwine, truths are revealed, concealed and reshaped. Each character has their own version of events, and what seems certain in one moment is cleverly overturned in the next. With swift dialogue and escalating misunderstandings, The Truth examines how lies can protect, destroy or even sustain relationships, asking whether complete honesty is always the best policy.
The History of The Truth
Originally titled La Vérité, the play premiered in Paris in 2011 and quickly became a hit, cementing Zeller’s reputation as one of Europe’s most exciting contemporary playwrights. Zeller's acclaim grew further with his play The Father, which won the 2014 Molière Award for Best Play and was later adapted into an Academy Award-winning film starring Anthony Hopkins, and he is now one of the most internationally performed French playwrights of his generation. The Truth debuted in London in 2016, and now returns in the first major UK revival of the production in over ten years.
The Cast of The Truth
The star-studded, award-winning cast of The Truth includes:
- Stephen Mangan
- Ardal O’Hanlon
- Sarah Hadland
- Janie Dee
Roles are to be confirmed.
The Creative Team of The Truth
The Truth is written by Academy Award-winning French playwright Florian Zeller (The Father, The Son, The Mother). The English-language version is translated by Tony winner and Academy Award nominee Christopher Hampton (Sunset Boulevard, Les Liaisons Dangereuses, Atonement).
Lindsay Posner directs. Posner is an Olivier-winning British theatre director. His credits include Noises Off for the Old Vic, Death and the Maiden at the Royal Court, The Rivals starring David Tennant for the RSC, Sexual Perversity in Chicago starring Matthew Perry at the Harold Pinter Theatre, and A View from the Bridge for Duke of York’s Theatre.
Book Tickets for The Truth at the Apollo Theatre
Directed by Olivier winner Lindsey Posner, with a script by Oscar winner Florian Zeller, translated by Tony Winner Christopher Hampton, and a star-studded cast including comedy icons Stephen Mangan and Ardal O’Hanlon, The Truth is truly unmissable theatre. As secrets unravel and loyalties are tested, this sharply witty play invites audiences to question just how honest we really want our relationships to be - and whether there ever is one objective truth. Book your tickets for The Truth at the Apollo Theatre today.
Best Value Tickets
You don’t need to spend big to enjoy the show. Our best value seat recommendations are based on thousands of reviews from real SeatPlan users. Whether you’re after cheap theatre tickets or just want the best bang for your buck, we’ve highlighted seats that offer great views at lower prices so you can enjoy the show without overspending.
Dress Circle G18
Stalls K7
Stalls M15
Stalls C6
Stalls P18
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The Truth London Reviews
User Reviews
Seven scenes unfold; fast-paced, very humorous in places. Stephen Mangan is charismatic and puts in a good performance. The set design is modern and stylish. By the end you’re wondering who exactly is telling the truth, who is lying, and what really Read more
4.5 stars rounded up.
A one-act, 90-minute play, this play had the audience laughing from the very beginning. It took me a little while to fully get into it, but as the stakes rose and I realised I didn’t have ‘the twist’ figured out after all, I wa Read more
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is The Truth playing in London?
The Truth is playing at the Apollo Theatre, Shaftesbury Avenue, London, W1D 7EZ.
What is the age recommendation for The Truth?
The Truth is best for age 12+.
How long is The Truth?
The running time for The Truth at Apollo Theatre is 1 hour and 30 minutes.
Is there an interval during The Truth?
No, The Truth doesn't have an interval.
Can I buy tickets for The Truth at the box office?
Yes you can buy from the Apollo Theatre box office where you will pay the face value ticket price, sometimes with a small booking fee. Search on SeatPlan to get the best prices and deals in one search including discounts not available at the box office.
What is the refund / cancellation policy?
Tickets for The Truth are generally non-refundable and non-exchangeable.
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Very funny and clever adaptation of this classic play. Much of the humour was provided by Stephen Mangan’s superb physical comedic talents. Supporting cast were superb veterans of the craft and all made the ludicrous plot sail beautifully.