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The Spy Who Came in from The Cold

Wed 22 Jul 2026 - Sat 25 Jul 2026

THE SPY NOVEL THAT CHANGED EVERYTHING. NOW LIVE ON STAGE.

For the first time ever, a novel by John le Carré — the undisputed master of the modern spy genre whose works include Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy and The Night Manager — is brought to life in a thrilling stage adaptation.

Starring Ralf Little (The Royle Family, Death In Paradise), The Spy Who Came In From The Cold is a riveting journey through the fog-shrouded terrain of Cold War espionage, deception, and moral compromise.

Following a sold-out run at Chichester Festival Theatre and direct from the West End, this gripping new play written by David Eldridge (Beginning, Middle, End) and directed by Jeremy Herrin (Grace Pervades, People, Places & Things) comes to LOWRY for 1 week only. 

 

Reviews

​​★★★★ ​‘A tense, gripping adaptation with moody flair’ - Financial Times

​​★★★★ ​‘A tense, atmospheric production’ - Daily Mail

★★★ ​‘This slick and stylish production is meticulously mounted by Jeremy Herrin’ - The i

Additional Information

  • Age recommendation: 12+
  • Content Warning: This production contains strong and derogatory language prevalent in the period, including antisemitism, and depictions of violence including torture and gunshots.

 

Accessible Performance

  • BSL By Emma Jane Mansfield | Thu 23 Jul at 7:30pm
  • Audio Described By Caroline Burn | Fri 24 July at 7:30pm. Touch Tour at 6.30pm.
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