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TRU Starring Jesse Tyler Ferguson Recoups Investment
by Stephi Wild - May 11, 2026

The Off Broadway production of TRU, starring Jesse Tyler Ferguson as Truman Capote, recouped its initial investment after 58 sold-out performances at House of the Redeemer on the Upper East Side.

Video: Jesse Tyler Ferguson Can't Get Away From Truman Capote
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 22, 2026

Jesse Tyler Ferguson is currently starring as the legendary Truman Capote in a new revival of the one-man play Tru. But, during his off time, the Tony-winner admits that he needs a break. Watch Ferguson's recent Tonight Show appearance now.

How an Episcopal Retreat Became a Buzzy Off-Broadway Venue
by Joey Sims - Apr 20, 2026

This season, Broadway royalty has taken up residence in the splendid library of an Upper East Side mansion. So how did House of the Redeemer, a retreat house within the Episcopal Archdiocese of New York, become off-Broadway’s hottest new venue?

TRU Starring Jesse Tyler Ferguson Extends For Final Time, Launches Digital Lottery
by Stephi Wild - Apr 9, 2026

TRU, starring Jesse Tyler Ferguson as Truman Capote, announced a final one-week extension closing May 10, 2026, alongside a $39 digital lottery for tickets at House of the Redeemer.

Photos: Jesse Tyler Ferguson as Truman Capote in TRU Off-Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 31, 2026

Tru, starring Tony Award winner & five-time Emmy nominee Jesse Tyler Ferguson as Truman Capote, is currently running Off-Broadway. Get a first look at production shots featuring Jesse Tyler Ferguson as Capote here!

Review Roundup: TRU Starring Jesse Tyler Ferguson Off-Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 27, 2026

See what the critics are saying about Tru Off-Broadway in BroadwayWorld's Review Roundup. The production starring Tony Award winner & five-time Emmy-nominee Jesse Tyler Ferguson as Truman Capote is presented for an audience of 99 patrons.

Photos: TRU Starring Jesse Tyler Ferguson Celebrates Opening Night
by Bruce Glikas - Mar 20, 2026

Tru, starring Tony Award winner & five-time Emmy-nominee Jesse Tyler Ferguson as Truman Capote, officially opened on Thursday, March 19. Check out photos from the opening night celebration here!

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld March 3, 2026- March Broadway Watch Guide and More
by - Mar 3, 2026

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is March 3, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Video: How Jesse Tyler Ferguson Is Preparing to Play Truman Capote in TRU
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 2, 2026

Jesse Tyler Ferguson, who will star as Truman Capote in the first New York revival of Jay Presson Allen’s play Tru, visited Good Morning America to speak about the production, also sharing insights about how he has found his own version of Capote among all of the other portrayals. Watch the interview now.

TRU Starring Jesse Tyler Ferguson as Truman Capote Extends
by Stephi Wild - Mar 2, 2026

Due to demand, Tru, starring Tony Award winner & five-time Emmy-nominee Jesse Tyler Ferguson as Truman Capote, has been extended to May 3, 2026. Learn more here!

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld February 27, 2026- Megan Thee Stallion to Join MOULIN ROUGE! and More
by - Feb 27, 2026

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is February 27, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Charlotte d'Amboise Joins the Cast of TRU Starring Jesse Tyler Ferguson
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 26, 2026

Two-time Tony nominee Charlotte d’Amboise has joined the production of Jay Presson Allen’s Tru, starring Tony Award winner & five-time Emmy-nominee Jesse Tyler Ferguson.

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld February 12, 2026- THE LOST BOYS Debuts A New Song and More
by - Feb 12, 2026

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is February 12, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Jesse Tyler Ferguson To Star as Truman Capote In Immersive NYC Revival Of TRU
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 11, 2026

Jesse Tyler Ferguson will star as Truman Capote in the first New York revival of Jay Presson Allen’s play Tru.

Jesse Tyler Ferguson to Star in New York Production of TRU This Spring
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 2, 2026

Tony Award-winner Jesse Tyler Ferguson has revealed that he will be performing in a production of Tru, the 1989 solo play about writer Truman Capote, in New York this Spring.

Jesse Tyler Ferguson Acquires Stage Rights to Truman Capote Play TRU
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 6, 2026

Jesse Tyler Ferguson is looking ahead to his next theater project. During a recent episode of his Dinner's on Me podcast, the Tony winner shared that he has purchased the rights to Tru, the 1989 play about writer Truman Capote. 

Review: TRU at Desert Ensemble Theatre
by David Green - Jan 28, 2025

What did our critic think of TRU at Desert Ensemble Theatre?Since I missed Chuck Yates’s award-winning performance of Jay Presson Allen’s TRU the first time around, I was thrilled to review the reprise of his solo show, playing through February 2, 2025, Desert Ensemble Theatre at the Palm Springs Cultural Center. From curtain to curtain the only character on that stage was Truman Capote—TRU—with all his idiosyncrasies, peccadillos, and charm.

Desert Ensemble Theatre Will Perform TRU Beginning This Month
by Stephi Wild - Jan 8, 2025

Tickets are now available for Desert Ensemble Theatre’s (DET)  production of Tru by Jay Presson Allen. Learn more about the show and find out how to get tickets here!

Desert Ensemble Theatre Season Tickets On Sale Today
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 12, 2024

Desert Ensemble Theatre has announced the sale of season tickets starting Friday, July 12. Secure your seats for an exciting lineup of performances in their upcoming season.

Southampton Arts Center to Presents TRU by Jay Pressor Allen in June
by Blair Ingenthron - Apr 20, 2024

Southampton Arts Center will present TRU by Jay Pressor Allen, directed by Will Pomerantz, and starring Patrick Christiano.