The Truth and Hotel Packages by Theatre Breaks
Step into an evening of razor sharp wit, irresistible charm, and deliciously tangled relationships with The Truth at the Apollo Theatre starring Stephen Mangan, Ardal O’Hanlon, Sarah Hadland and Janie Dee.
This sparkling comedy invites audiences into a world where honesty is celebrated, avoided, manipulated, and questioned at every turn. Clever, sophisticated, and endlessly entertaining, it explores what happens when people insist they want the truth while secretly preferring comforting illusions.
The Truth FAQs
The Truth is on at the Apollo Theatre in London. From 09 June to the middle of September you can arrange theatre and hotel packages, with optional rail or coach travel. To make seeing Oscar-winning writer Florian Zeller hilarious comedy even easier here are a few questions answered.
Florian Zeller? He’s French isn’t he? Is The Truth in French?
Yes, Zeller is French and the original was in French (called La Vérité) but this version has been translated by Christopher Hampton and Lindsay Posner. They also translated his play The Lie. Hampton has translated The Father, The mother, The Son, The Height of the Storm, The Forest all by Florian Zeller.
When can I book The Truth for?
The Truth is on at the Apollo Theatre from 09 June to 12 September 2026. Evening performances are generally Monday to Saturday at 20:00pm but there are some exceptions during June so do check when booking. Weekend matinees are usually Saturdays at 15:00 but there are a couple of extra Friday matinees and a couple of Sunday matinees, so again, do check times and days when booking.
Midweek matinees are usually Wednesday but there is also one on Thursday 09 July.
Where is the Theatre?
The Apollo Theatre is on Shaftesbury Avenue which runs between Soho and China Town. The nearest tube stations are Leicester Square and Piccadilly Circus on the Piccadilly Line and also the Northern (Leicester Square) and Bakerloo (Piccadilly Circus) lines, so wherever you are staying in London you should be able to get there easily.
If you are wanting to stay at a nearby hotel, look for hotels around Leicester Square, and Covent Garden. See nearby hotels below.
Who is in the truth?
The Truth stars Tony Award nominee Stephen Mangan (The Split, Episodes), the ever-wonderful Ardal O’Hanlon (Father Ted, My Hero), Sarah Hadland (Miranda, The Job Lot), and two time Olivier Award-winner Janie Dee (Carousel).
What is The Truth about?
Michel is having an affair and believes that a certain amount of deception is necessary to keep relationships functioning smoothly. As he navigates secrets involving his wife, his mistress, and his closest friends, the lines between truth and lies become increasingly blurred.
At its core, The Truth is a brilliantly observed look at human behaviour. It examines love, loyalty, desire, and deception with warmth and insight, encouraging audiences to reflect on their own relationships while enjoying a thoroughly entertaining performance. The result is a comedy that feels both timeless and refreshingly relevant.
What are the best hotels for the Apollo Theatre and The Truth?
Nearby hotels include the Thistle Piccadilly, the Hotel Indigo Leicester Square and the Montcalm Piccadilly Townhouse. These are all four star hotels so have an excellent reputation and also they are all doing some great deals over the summer.
For three star hotels, look a little further. All still under a mile away and so a pleasant evening walk through Theatreland are the Thistle Bloomsbury Park, The Holiday In Regent’s Park and the Royal National Hotel.
To check availability of nearby hotels, select your preferred performance date and the number of nights that you want to stay and the select the Theatre to Hotel tab to find the nearest ones.
Why go and see The Truth?
From the exceptional cast to the polished direction and sharp writing, every element works together to create an evening that is engaging, stylish, and unforgettable. Expect laughter, surprises, and plenty of conversation long after the curtain falls.
