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The Lie
Florian Zeller
The Truth
by Florian Zeller
What readers are saying
Readers generally appreciate the wit and humor of the play, noting the playwright's versatility in handling both comedic and dramatic elements. Many express excitement about its future performances and find it entertaining, though some mention issues with repetition and execution. A few criticisms highlight its perceived simplicity compared to similar works by other playwrights.
Witty and humorous Exciting to see on stage Engaging and fun to read Repetition in dialogue Weak execution of complex themes
Synopsis
Two couples.
Friendship, suspicion, deceit.
And the truth.
Florian Zeller's The Truth, in the English translation by Christopher Hampton, premiered at The Chocolate Factory, London, in association with Theatre Royal Bath.
It follows the phenomenal success of The Father (Theatre Royal Bath, Tricycle, London and West End) and The Mother (Theatre Royal Bath, Tricycle, London), both by Florian Zeller and translated by Christopher Hampton.
Publication
Publisher Faber & Faber
Year 2018
Binding Paperback
Edition Main
Pages 96
Language English
ISBN-13 9780571327447
ISBN-10 0571327443
eISBN-13 9780571327454
LCC PQ2686.E469
The Truth is a British adaptation play written by Florian Zeller and published by Faber & Faber (2018).
Digital editions available on Amazon Kindle, Apple Books, Google Play (eISBN 9780571327454).
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