The Menier Chocolate Factory is to stage the UK premiere of The Truth by Florian Zeller.
The production which is produced by the Menier in association with Theatre Royal Bath is a new adaptation of the French writer’s play by Christopher Hampton, who has previously translated Zeller’s plays The Father and The Mother for the British stage.
Directed by Lindsay Posner, The Truth will have set and costume design by Lizzie Clachan, lighting by Howard Harrison and sound by Gregory Clarke. The show will have original music by Matthew Scott.
Casting is yet to be announced.
The Truth will run from 10 March 2016 until 7 May 2016 at the Menier Chocolate Factory.
Production details
- Production: The Truth
- Playwright: Florian Zeller
- Adapted by: Christopher Hampton
- Runtime: 90 minutes no interval
- Age guidance: Suitable for 14+ (themes include extramarital affairs)
- Ticket details: See The Truth ticket hub
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