New play headed to Monroeville

A new play, Truman Talks Nelle Harper Lee, will have its world premiere in Monroeville, Alabama at 7 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 27 and Saturday, Sept. 28 and a matinee performance on Sunday, Sept. 30 at 2 p.m.

The setting is the iconic courthouse known worldwide by fans of Lee's To Kill A Mockingbird.

Written and performed by noted Broadway actor Joel Vig, the play's focus is on a fictional surprise 50th birthday celebration for Harper Lee in 1976.

Her childhood friend Truman Capote (portrayed by Vig), has returned to Monroeville to salute their personal and professional relationships of four...