Menier Chocolate Factory
53 Southwark St, SE1 1RU
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Tru
- 90mins (no interval)
- Menier Chocolate Factory
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TRU opens at the Menier Chocolate Factory on 26 September, with previews from 19 September, and runs until 14 November 2026.
TRU by Jay Presson Allen stars Jesse Tyler Ferguson as Truman Capote, author of such noted novels as Breakfast at Tiffany’s and In Cold Blood.
A sell-out success in New York, Jesse Tyler Ferguson is now bringing his remarkable incarnation of Truman Capote to London audiences.
Starring Jesse Tyler Ferguson (Modern Family), and directed by Award-winner Rob Ashford, TRU comes to the Menier for a strictly limited season.
Presented in association with Seaview, OHenry Productions, and Mickey Liddell & Pete Shilaimon
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Set in Truman Capote’s New York apartment in December 1975, following the publication of an excerpt from his tell-all novel Answered Prayers – which alienated him from his high-society friends – the play depicts him alone, reflecting on his life, career and the fallout from the book, while dealing with his loneliness, addiction and his complex relationships.
Tickets available for performances from 19 Sep – 14 Nov 2026
Age Guidance: 15+
Please note: this performance will include on-stage smoking, themes of addiction, and strong language
90mins (no interval)
Jesse Tyler Ferguson (Truman Capote)
Rob Ashford (Director), Jay Presson Allen (Writer)
'A five-star performance'
'Ferguson is magnificent as Capote'
'If you want to see a really fine performance, go see Jesse Tyler Ferguson as Truman Capote in Tru.'
'Tyler Ferguson impeccably catches Capote’s fluting delivery and expansive style'
'Hugely entertaining!'
'Constant camp fun!'
'Ferguson brings Capote to life'
'Jesse Tyler Ferguson excels as Truman Capote'