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The Truth
A razor-sharp comedy of deception by Florian Zeller. Starring Stephen Mangan. Apollo Theatre, 2026.
Approx 90 minutes, no interval
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Age guidance: 12+
What Is The Truth About?
Two couples. A tangle of secrets. And a truth nobody is ready to face. The Truth is the Olivier-nominated comedy by Academy Award-winning playwright Florian Zeller — wickedly funny, elegantly crafted, and playing at London's Apollo Theatre for a strictly limited 14-week season from 9 June to 12 September 2026. Directed by Lindsay Posner in a translation by Christopher Hampton, this star-driven West End revival stars Tony Award-nominated Stephen Mangan, comedy icon Ardal O'Hanlon, Sarah Hadland, and double Olivier Award-winner Janie Dee.
At the centre of the play is Michel — a man conducting an affair with his best friend's wife, while convincing himself, and everyone around him, that honesty is overrated. As the web of deception tightens, alliances shift, loyalties fracture, and the audience is kept brilliantly off-balance as to who is really deceiving whom. The show runs for approximately 90 minutes with no interval.
What begins as a playful comedy about adultery gradually reveals itself to be something far more intricate. Florian Zeller's signature gift is pulling the rug from under you — just when you think you've found solid ground, the floor shifts again. It is laugh-out-loud funny, gripping, and unexpectedly moving.
The Cast
Stephen Mangan makes his long-awaited return to the London stage in the lead role of Michel. Best known to TV audiences for The Split and Episodes, and Tony Award-nominated for his stage work, Mangan brings exactly the charm and comic precision this role demands.
Joining him is Ardal O'Hanlon, beloved for Father Ted, alongside Sarah Hadland of Miranda and The Job Lot, and double Olivier Award-winner Janie Dee — a cast as formidable on paper as it will be on stage. The production is directed by Lindsay Posner, whose West End credits include A View From The Bridge at Theatre Royal Haymarket and Noises Off at the Phoenix Theatre, with set and costume design by Lizzie Clachan.
About Florian Zeller
Florian Zeller is widely regarded as one of the most exciting dramatists working today. His play The Father — which also ran at the Apollo Theatre — became a double Oscar and BAFTA-winning film starring Anthony Hopkins and Olivia Colman, scripted by Zeller and his longtime collaborator Christopher Hampton. The Truth showcases a different register: where The Father is devastating in its emotional precision, The Truth is wicked, playful, and razor-sharp — Zeller at his most entertaining, though as his audiences know, there is always more going on beneath the surface than first appears.
The Apollo Theatre
Opened in 1901 and seating around 775 across four levels, the Apollo Theatre on Shaftesbury Avenue is one of the West End's most beloved mid-size venues. Its intimate auditorium, ornate Edwardian interior, and long history of hosting serious drama and high-calibre comedy make it an ideal home for a play that is very much both. The theatre is operated by Nimax Theatres and is a short walk from Piccadilly Circus Underground station, putting you squarely in the heart of London's Theatreland with Soho and Covent Garden's pre-theatre dining on your doorstep.
Frequently asked questions: The Truth at Apollo Theatre London
What is The Truth about?
The Truth is a witty and psychologically sharp comedy by Florian Zeller about two couples caught in a web of deception. At its centre is Michel, a man having an affair with his best friend's wife, who convinces himself that honesty is beside the point. As lies multiply and loyalties shift, audiences are kept brilliantly off-balance as to who is really deceiving whom.
Who is in the cast?
The Truth stars Tony Award-nominated Stephen Mangan (The Split, Episodes), Ardal O'Hanlon (Father Ted), Sarah Hadland (Miranda, The Job Lot), and double Olivier Award-winner Janie Dee. The production is directed by Lindsay Posner and translated by Christopher Hampton.
Who wrote The Truth?
The Truth was written by Florian Zeller, the Academy Award-winning playwright behind The Father and The Son, and translated into English by Christopher Hampton. Together they also created the Oscar and BAFTA-winning film adaptation of The Father starring Anthony Hopkins and Olivia Colman.
Where is The Truth playing?
The Truth is playing at the Apollo Theatre on Shaftesbury Avenue, London W1D 7EZ — a mid-size, historic West End venue seating around 775 people, a short walk from Piccadilly Circus Underground station.
How long is The Truth?
The show runs for approximately 90 minutes with no interval.
How long does The Truth run for?
The run is strictly limited to 14 weeks, from Tuesday, 9 June to Saturday, 12 September 2026.
When is press night?
Press night is Wednesday, 24 June 2026 at 7.30pm.
Is The Truth suitable for children?
The show carries an age guidance of 12 and above.
How do I get to the Apollo Theatre?
The Apollo Theatre is on Shaftesbury Avenue, a short walk from Piccadilly Circus Underground station (Piccadilly and Bakerloo lines). Leicester Square station (Northern and Piccadilly lines) is also nearby.
Is the Apollo Theatre accessible?
The Apollo Theatre has limited step-free access. If you have accessibility requirements, contact the box office in advance on 0330 333 4815 to arrange appropriate seating and support.
Is there an interval?
No. The Truth runs for approximately 90 minutes straight through with no interval.
Know before you go: The Truth at Apollo Theatre London
Show duration & interval
The show runs for approximately 90 minutes with no interval.
Age requirements & supervision
Age guidance is 12 and above.
Getting there
The Apollo Theatre is on Shaftesbury Avenue, London W1D 7EZ. The nearest Underground station is Piccadilly Circus (Piccadilly and Bakerloo lines), approximately a 5-minute walk. Leicester Square station (Northern and Piccadilly lines) is also nearby.
Arrival
Arrive at least 30 minutes before curtain to allow time for security checks, the bar, and finding your seat in the theatre's older layout.
Accessibility
The Apollo Theatre has limited step-free access. Contact the box office in advance on 0330 333 4815 if you have accessibility requirements. A hearing enhancement system is available — contact the box office ahead of your visit to confirm arrangements.
Food, drink & photography
Food and drink purchased inside the theatre may be taken to your seat. Outside food and drink are not permitted. Photography and recording are not permitted during the performance.
Dress code
Smart casual attire is typical. There is no formal dress code.
These tickets cannot be cancelled or rescheduled.
Shaftesbury Avenue, London W1D 7EZ
What Is The Truth About?
Two couples. A tangle of secrets. And a truth nobody is ready to face. The Truth is the Olivier-nominated comedy by Academy Award-winning playwright Florian Zeller — wickedly funny, elegantly crafted, and playing at London's Apollo Theatre for a strictly limited 14-week season from 9 June to 12 September 2026. Directed by Lindsay Posner in a translation by Christopher Hampton, this star-driven West End revival stars Tony Award-nominated Stephen Mangan, comedy icon Ardal O'Hanlon, Sarah Hadland, and double Olivier Award-winner Janie Dee.
At the centre of the play is Michel — a man conducting an affair with his best friend's wife, while convincing himself, and everyone around him, that honesty is overrated. As the web of deception tightens, alliances shift, loyalties fracture, and the audience is kept brilliantly off-balance as to who is really deceiving whom. The show runs for approximately 90 minutes with no interval.
What begins as a playful comedy about adultery gradually reveals itself to be something far more intricate. Florian Zeller's signature gift is pulling the rug from under you — just when you think you've found solid ground, the floor shifts again. It is laugh-out-loud funny, gripping, and unexpectedly moving.
The Cast
Stephen Mangan makes his long-awaited return to the London stage in the lead role of Michel. Best known to TV audiences for The Split and Episodes, and Tony Award-nominated for his stage work, Mangan brings exactly the charm and comic precision this role demands.
Joining him is Ardal O'Hanlon, beloved for Father Ted, alongside Sarah Hadland of Miranda and The Job Lot, and double Olivier Award-winner Janie Dee — a cast as formidable on paper as it will be on stage. The production is directed by Lindsay Posner, whose West End credits include A View From The Bridge at Theatre Royal Haymarket and Noises Off at the Phoenix Theatre, with set and costume design by Lizzie Clachan.
About Florian Zeller
Florian Zeller is widely regarded as one of the most exciting dramatists working today. His play The Father — which also ran at the Apollo Theatre — became a double Oscar and BAFTA-winning film starring Anthony Hopkins and Olivia Colman, scripted by Zeller and his longtime collaborator Christopher Hampton. The Truth showcases a different register: where The Father is devastating in its emotional precision, The Truth is wicked, playful, and razor-sharp — Zeller at his most entertaining, though as his audiences know, there is always more going on beneath the surface than first appears.
The Apollo Theatre
Opened in 1901 and seating around 775 across four levels, the Apollo Theatre on Shaftesbury Avenue is one of the West End's most beloved mid-size venues. Its intimate auditorium, ornate Edwardian interior, and long history of hosting serious drama and high-calibre comedy make it an ideal home for a play that is very much both. The theatre is operated by Nimax Theatres and is a short walk from Piccadilly Circus Underground station, putting you squarely in the heart of London's Theatreland with Soho and Covent Garden's pre-theatre dining on your doorstep.
Frequently asked questions: The Truth at Apollo Theatre London
What is The Truth about?
The Truth is a witty and psychologically sharp comedy by Florian Zeller about two couples caught in a web of deception. At its centre is Michel, a man having an affair with his best friend's wife, who convinces himself that honesty is beside the point. As lies multiply and loyalties shift, audiences are kept brilliantly off-balance as to who is really deceiving whom.
Who is in the cast?
The Truth stars Tony Award-nominated Stephen Mangan (The Split, Episodes), Ardal O'Hanlon (Father Ted), Sarah Hadland (Miranda, The Job Lot), and double Olivier Award-winner Janie Dee. The production is directed by Lindsay Posner and translated by Christopher Hampton.
Who wrote The Truth?
The Truth was written by Florian Zeller, the Academy Award-winning playwright behind The Father and The Son, and translated into English by Christopher Hampton. Together they also created the Oscar and BAFTA-winning film adaptation of The Father starring Anthony Hopkins and Olivia Colman.
Where is The Truth playing?
The Truth is playing at the Apollo Theatre on Shaftesbury Avenue, London W1D 7EZ — a mid-size, historic West End venue seating around 775 people, a short walk from Piccadilly Circus Underground station.
How long is The Truth?
The show runs for approximately 90 minutes with no interval.
How long does The Truth run for?
The run is strictly limited to 14 weeks, from Tuesday, 9 June to Saturday, 12 September 2026.
When is press night?
Press night is Wednesday, 24 June 2026 at 7.30pm.
Is The Truth suitable for children?
The show carries an age guidance of 12 and above.
How do I get to the Apollo Theatre?
The Apollo Theatre is on Shaftesbury Avenue, a short walk from Piccadilly Circus Underground station (Piccadilly and Bakerloo lines). Leicester Square station (Northern and Piccadilly lines) is also nearby.
Is the Apollo Theatre accessible?
The Apollo Theatre has limited step-free access. If you have accessibility requirements, contact the box office in advance on 0330 333 4815 to arrange appropriate seating and support.
Is there an interval?
No. The Truth runs for approximately 90 minutes straight through with no interval.
Know before you go: The Truth at Apollo Theatre London
Show duration & interval
The show runs for approximately 90 minutes with no interval.
Age requirements & supervision
Age guidance is 12 and above.
Getting there
The Apollo Theatre is on Shaftesbury Avenue, London W1D 7EZ. The nearest Underground station is Piccadilly Circus (Piccadilly and Bakerloo lines), approximately a 5-minute walk. Leicester Square station (Northern and Piccadilly lines) is also nearby.
Arrival
Arrive at least 30 minutes before curtain to allow time for security checks, the bar, and finding your seat in the theatre's older layout.
Accessibility
The Apollo Theatre has limited step-free access. Contact the box office in advance on 0330 333 4815 if you have accessibility requirements. A hearing enhancement system is available — contact the box office ahead of your visit to confirm arrangements.
Food, drink & photography
Food and drink purchased inside the theatre may be taken to your seat. Outside food and drink are not permitted. Photography and recording are not permitted during the performance.
Dress code
Smart casual attire is typical. There is no formal dress code.
These tickets cannot be cancelled or rescheduled.
Shaftesbury Avenue, London W1D 7EZ
What Is The Truth About?
Two couples. A tangle of secrets. And a truth nobody is ready to face. The Truth is the Olivier-nominated comedy by Academy Award-winning playwright Florian Zeller — wickedly funny, elegantly crafted, and playing at London's Apollo Theatre for a strictly limited 14-week season from 9 June to 12 September 2026. Directed by Lindsay Posner in a translation by Christopher Hampton, this star-driven West End revival stars Tony Award-nominated Stephen Mangan, comedy icon Ardal O'Hanlon, Sarah Hadland, and double Olivier Award-winner Janie Dee.
At the centre of the play is Michel — a man conducting an affair with his best friend's wife, while convincing himself, and everyone around him, that honesty is overrated. As the web of deception tightens, alliances shift, loyalties fracture, and the audience is kept brilliantly off-balance as to who is really deceiving whom. The show runs for approximately 90 minutes with no interval.
What begins as a playful comedy about adultery gradually reveals itself to be something far more intricate. Florian Zeller's signature gift is pulling the rug from under you — just when you think you've found solid ground, the floor shifts again. It is laugh-out-loud funny, gripping, and unexpectedly moving.
The Cast
Stephen Mangan makes his long-awaited return to the London stage in the lead role of Michel. Best known to TV audiences for The Split and Episodes, and Tony Award-nominated for his stage work, Mangan brings exactly the charm and comic precision this role demands.
Joining him is Ardal O'Hanlon, beloved for Father Ted, alongside Sarah Hadland of Miranda and The Job Lot, and double Olivier Award-winner Janie Dee — a cast as formidable on paper as it will be on stage. The production is directed by Lindsay Posner, whose West End credits include A View From The Bridge at Theatre Royal Haymarket and Noises Off at the Phoenix Theatre, with set and costume design by Lizzie Clachan.
About Florian Zeller
Florian Zeller is widely regarded as one of the most exciting dramatists working today. His play The Father — which also ran at the Apollo Theatre — became a double Oscar and BAFTA-winning film starring Anthony Hopkins and Olivia Colman, scripted by Zeller and his longtime collaborator Christopher Hampton. The Truth showcases a different register: where The Father is devastating in its emotional precision, The Truth is wicked, playful, and razor-sharp — Zeller at his most entertaining, though as his audiences know, there is always more going on beneath the surface than first appears.
The Apollo Theatre
Opened in 1901 and seating around 775 across four levels, the Apollo Theatre on Shaftesbury Avenue is one of the West End's most beloved mid-size venues. Its intimate auditorium, ornate Edwardian interior, and long history of hosting serious drama and high-calibre comedy make it an ideal home for a play that is very much both. The theatre is operated by Nimax Theatres and is a short walk from Piccadilly Circus Underground station, putting you squarely in the heart of London's Theatreland with Soho and Covent Garden's pre-theatre dining on your doorstep.
Know before you go: The Truth at Apollo Theatre London
Show duration & interval
The show runs for approximately 90 minutes with no interval.
Age requirements & supervision
Age guidance is 12 and above.
Getting there
The Apollo Theatre is on Shaftesbury Avenue, London W1D 7EZ. The nearest Underground station is Piccadilly Circus (Piccadilly and Bakerloo lines), approximately a 5-minute walk. Leicester Square station (Northern and Piccadilly lines) is also nearby.
Arrival
Arrive at least 30 minutes before curtain to allow time for security checks, the bar, and finding your seat in the theatre's older layout.
Accessibility
The Apollo Theatre has limited step-free access. Contact the box office in advance on 0330 333 4815 if you have accessibility requirements. A hearing enhancement system is available — contact the box office ahead of your visit to confirm arrangements.
Food, drink & photography
Food and drink purchased inside the theatre may be taken to your seat. Outside food and drink are not permitted. Photography and recording are not permitted during the performance.
Dress code
Smart casual attire is typical. There is no formal dress code.
Frequently asked questions: The Truth at Apollo Theatre London
What is The Truth about?
The Truth is a witty and psychologically sharp comedy by Florian Zeller about two couples caught in a web of deception. At its centre is Michel, a man having an affair with his best friend's wife, who convinces himself that honesty is beside the point. As lies multiply and loyalties shift, audiences are kept brilliantly off-balance as to who is really deceiving whom.
Who is in the cast?
The Truth stars Tony Award-nominated Stephen Mangan (The Split, Episodes), Ardal O'Hanlon (Father Ted), Sarah Hadland (Miranda, The Job Lot), and double Olivier Award-winner Janie Dee. The production is directed by Lindsay Posner and translated by Christopher Hampton.
Who wrote The Truth?
The Truth was written by Florian Zeller, the Academy Award-winning playwright behind The Father and The Son, and translated into English by Christopher Hampton. Together they also created the Oscar and BAFTA-winning film adaptation of The Father starring Anthony Hopkins and Olivia Colman.
Where is The Truth playing?
The Truth is playing at the Apollo Theatre on Shaftesbury Avenue, London W1D 7EZ — a mid-size, historic West End venue seating around 775 people, a short walk from Piccadilly Circus Underground station.
How long is The Truth?
The show runs for approximately 90 minutes with no interval.
How long does The Truth run for?
The run is strictly limited to 14 weeks, from Tuesday, 9 June to Saturday, 12 September 2026.
When is press night?
Press night is Wednesday, 24 June 2026 at 7.30pm.
Is The Truth suitable for children?
The show carries an age guidance of 12 and above.
How do I get to the Apollo Theatre?
The Apollo Theatre is on Shaftesbury Avenue, a short walk from Piccadilly Circus Underground station (Piccadilly and Bakerloo lines). Leicester Square station (Northern and Piccadilly lines) is also nearby.
Is the Apollo Theatre accessible?
The Apollo Theatre has limited step-free access. If you have accessibility requirements, contact the box office in advance on 0330 333 4815 to arrange appropriate seating and support.
Is there an interval?
No. The Truth runs for approximately 90 minutes straight through with no interval.
These tickets cannot be cancelled or rescheduled.
Shaftesbury Avenue, London W1D 7EZ
What Is The Truth About?
Two couples. A tangle of secrets. And a truth nobody is ready to face. The Truth is the Olivier-nominated comedy by Academy Award-winning playwright Florian Zeller — wickedly funny, elegantly crafted, and playing at London's Apollo Theatre for a strictly limited 14-week season from 9 June to 12 September 2026. Directed by Lindsay Posner in a translation by Christopher Hampton, this star-driven West End revival stars Tony Award-nominated Stephen Mangan, comedy icon Ardal O'Hanlon, Sarah Hadland, and double Olivier Award-winner Janie Dee.
At the centre of the play is Michel — a man conducting an affair with his best friend's wife, while convincing himself, and everyone around him, that honesty is overrated. As the web of deception tightens, alliances shift, loyalties fracture, and the audience is kept brilliantly off-balance as to who is really deceiving whom. The show runs for approximately 90 minutes with no interval.
What begins as a playful comedy about adultery gradually reveals itself to be something far more intricate. Florian Zeller's signature gift is pulling the rug from under you — just when you think you've found solid ground, the floor shifts again. It is laugh-out-loud funny, gripping, and unexpectedly moving.
The Cast
Stephen Mangan makes his long-awaited return to the London stage in the lead role of Michel. Best known to TV audiences for The Split and Episodes, and Tony Award-nominated for his stage work, Mangan brings exactly the charm and comic precision this role demands.
Joining him is Ardal O'Hanlon, beloved for Father Ted, alongside Sarah Hadland of Miranda and The Job Lot, and double Olivier Award-winner Janie Dee — a cast as formidable on paper as it will be on stage. The production is directed by Lindsay Posner, whose West End credits include A View From The Bridge at Theatre Royal Haymarket and Noises Off at the Phoenix Theatre, with set and costume design by Lizzie Clachan.
About Florian Zeller
Florian Zeller is widely regarded as one of the most exciting dramatists working today. His play The Father — which also ran at the Apollo Theatre — became a double Oscar and BAFTA-winning film starring Anthony Hopkins and Olivia Colman, scripted by Zeller and his longtime collaborator Christopher Hampton. The Truth showcases a different register: where The Father is devastating in its emotional precision, The Truth is wicked, playful, and razor-sharp — Zeller at his most entertaining, though as his audiences know, there is always more going on beneath the surface than first appears.
The Apollo Theatre
Opened in 1901 and seating around 775 across four levels, the Apollo Theatre on Shaftesbury Avenue is one of the West End's most beloved mid-size venues. Its intimate auditorium, ornate Edwardian interior, and long history of hosting serious drama and high-calibre comedy make it an ideal home for a play that is very much both. The theatre is operated by Nimax Theatres and is a short walk from Piccadilly Circus Underground station, putting you squarely in the heart of London's Theatreland with Soho and Covent Garden's pre-theatre dining on your doorstep.
Know before you go: The Truth at Apollo Theatre London
Show duration & interval
The show runs for approximately 90 minutes with no interval.
Age requirements & supervision
Age guidance is 12 and above.
Getting there
The Apollo Theatre is on Shaftesbury Avenue, London W1D 7EZ. The nearest Underground station is Piccadilly Circus (Piccadilly and Bakerloo lines), approximately a 5-minute walk. Leicester Square station (Northern and Piccadilly lines) is also nearby.
Arrival
Arrive at least 30 minutes before curtain to allow time for security checks, the bar, and finding your seat in the theatre's older layout.
Accessibility
The Apollo Theatre has limited step-free access. Contact the box office in advance on 0330 333 4815 if you have accessibility requirements. A hearing enhancement system is available — contact the box office ahead of your visit to confirm arrangements.
Food, drink & photography
Food and drink purchased inside the theatre may be taken to your seat. Outside food and drink are not permitted. Photography and recording are not permitted during the performance.
Dress code
Smart casual attire is typical. There is no formal dress code.
Frequently asked questions: The Truth at Apollo Theatre London
What is The Truth about?
The Truth is a witty and psychologically sharp comedy by Florian Zeller about two couples caught in a web of deception. At its centre is Michel, a man having an affair with his best friend's wife, who convinces himself that honesty is beside the point. As lies multiply and loyalties shift, audiences are kept brilliantly off-balance as to who is really deceiving whom.
Who is in the cast?
The Truth stars Tony Award-nominated Stephen Mangan (The Split, Episodes), Ardal O'Hanlon (Father Ted), Sarah Hadland (Miranda, The Job Lot), and double Olivier Award-winner Janie Dee. The production is directed by Lindsay Posner and translated by Christopher Hampton.
Who wrote The Truth?
The Truth was written by Florian Zeller, the Academy Award-winning playwright behind The Father and The Son, and translated into English by Christopher Hampton. Together they also created the Oscar and BAFTA-winning film adaptation of The Father starring Anthony Hopkins and Olivia Colman.
Where is The Truth playing?
The Truth is playing at the Apollo Theatre on Shaftesbury Avenue, London W1D 7EZ — a mid-size, historic West End venue seating around 775 people, a short walk from Piccadilly Circus Underground station.
How long is The Truth?
The show runs for approximately 90 minutes with no interval.
How long does The Truth run for?
The run is strictly limited to 14 weeks, from Tuesday, 9 June to Saturday, 12 September 2026.
When is press night?
Press night is Wednesday, 24 June 2026 at 7.30pm.
Is The Truth suitable for children?
The show carries an age guidance of 12 and above.
How do I get to the Apollo Theatre?
The Apollo Theatre is on Shaftesbury Avenue, a short walk from Piccadilly Circus Underground station (Piccadilly and Bakerloo lines). Leicester Square station (Northern and Piccadilly lines) is also nearby.
Is the Apollo Theatre accessible?
The Apollo Theatre has limited step-free access. If you have accessibility requirements, contact the box office in advance on 0330 333 4815 to arrange appropriate seating and support.
Is there an interval?
No. The Truth runs for approximately 90 minutes straight through with no interval.
These tickets cannot be cancelled or rescheduled.
Shaftesbury Avenue, London W1D 7EZ
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