The Spy Who Came In From The Cold

- First-ever stage adaptation of John le Carré’s iconic novel
- Directed by Olivier Award-winner Jeremy Herrin
- A timeless Cold War tale of espionage, betrayal, and sacrifice
- Based on one of the world’s best-selling spy novels

Step into the shadowy world of espionage as The Spy Who Came In From The Cold arrives in London’s West End for a strictly limited run.

For the first time ever, a John le Carré novel is adapted for the stage—and it’s the one that started it all.

This riveting new production brings to life the masterful thriller that redefined the spy genre. Set in the icy tension of Cold War Berlin, the story follows Alec Leamas, a battle-weary British agent drawn back in for one last mission. But in a world where nothing is as it seems, trust is a luxury—and survival comes at a cost.

As political and personal lines blur, Leamas must navigate a deadly web of deception, while the quietly defiant Liz Gold challenges everything he believes about love, loyalty, and truth. With razor-sharp dialogue, haunting atmosphere, and psychological intensity, this adaptation captures the moral complexity and emotional depth that made the novel a worldwide phenomenon.

Whether you're a longtime le Carré fan or new to his world, this is one theatrical experience you don’t want to miss.

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