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The Truth
Apollo Theatre, London29 July to 16 October 2027 at Theatre Royal Haymarket, then UK tour to 13 November 2027About 90 minutes, no interval12+
29 July to 16 October 2027 at Theatre Royal Haymarket, then UK tour to 13 November 2027About 90 minutes, no interval12+
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About the show
Florian Zeller's smash hit comedy The Truth returns to the West End at Theatre Royal Haymarket for 12 weeks only, 29 July to 16 October 2027, with Stephen Mangan, Ardal O'Hanlon, Sarah Hadland and Janie Dee, ahead of a UK tour to Brighton, Salford, Birmingham and Glasgow.
The Truth returns to Theatre Royal Haymarket in 2027
Florian Zeller's comedy The Truth comes back to the West End at Theatre Royal Haymarket for 12 weeks only, from 29 July to 16 October 2027, after a sold out run. Stephen Mangan, Ardal O'Hanlon, Sarah Hadland and Janie Dee reunite in Lindsay Posner's production, translated by Christopher Hampton.
The Truth: two couples and a tangle of secrets
Michel is having an affair with his best friend's wife and is sure a few lies keep life running smoothly. As the deceptions multiply, nobody is quite sure who is fooling whom. It is a sharp, very funny 90 minutes from the Oscar winning writer of The Father.
The Truth cast at Theatre Royal Haymarket
Stephen Mangan plays Michel, alongside Ardal O'Hanlon, Sarah Hadland and double Olivier Award winner Janie Dee. Ardal O'Hanlon appears in London until 4 September 2027 and does not join the UK tour; further casting is to be announced.
The Truth UK tour dates 2027
- Theatre Royal Brighton: 18 to 23 October 2027
- The Lowry, Salford: 26 to 30 October 2027
- Alexandra Theatre, Birmingham: 2 to 6 November 2027
- Theatre Royal Glasgow: 9 to 13 November 2027
Good to know before The Truth at Theatre Royal Haymarket
Running time
About 90 minutes, no interval.
Age guidance
Suggested for ages 12+.
Performance times
Monday to Saturday at 7.30pm, Thursday and Saturday at 3pm, with extra matinees on selected dates.
Use the The Truth page for the latest dates and updates.
Performance schedule
Monday to Saturday at 8pm
Thursday and Saturday at 3pm
Cast & Creatives
Full cast & creativesMichel
Stephen Mangan
Cast
Ardal O'Hanlon (London until 4 September 2027)
Cast
Sarah Hadland
Cast
Janie Dee
Creative team
Florian Zeller, Writer
Christopher Hampton, Translation
Lindsay Posner, Director
Lizzie Clachan, Set and Costume Design
Richard Howell, Lighting Design
Adam Cork, Sound Design
Frequently asked questions
When is The Truth at Theatre Royal Haymarket?
The Truth plays a strictly limited 12 week season at Theatre Royal Haymarket from 29 July to 16 October 2027.
Who is in the cast of The Truth?
Stephen Mangan, Ardal O'Hanlon, Sarah Hadland and Janie Dee. Ardal O'Hanlon appears in London until 4 September 2027 and will not appear on the UK tour. Further casting is to be announced.
Is The Truth touring?
Yes. After London it visits Theatre Royal Brighton (18 to 23 October 2027), The Lowry, Salford (26 to 30 October), the Alexandra Theatre, Birmingham (2 to 6 November) and Theatre Royal Glasgow (9 to 13 November).
How long is The Truth?
About 90 minutes with no interval.
What age is The Truth suitable for?
It is suggested for ages 12+.
What are the performance times at Theatre Royal Haymarket?
Monday to Saturday at 7.30pm, with Thursday and Saturday matinees at 3pm and extra matinees on selected dates. There are no performances on some August dates, so check the calendar.
Who wrote The Truth?
Florian Zeller, the Oscar winning writer of The Father, in a translation by Christopher Hampton. Lindsay Posner directs.
Venue
Apollo Theatre, London
Tube
Piccadilly Circus
Train
Charing Cross
Bus
1, 14, 19, 22, 24, 29, 38, 55, 176
Parking
Soho, Chinatown (Q Park Scheme)
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