Florian Henckel Von Donnersmarck’s The Lives Of Others

About Florian Henckel von Donnersmarck’s The Lives of Others

Florian Henckel von Donnersmarck’s The Lives of Others plays at the Adelphi Theatre. Set in 1984 East Germany, it follows a writer and an actor placed under state surveillance, with a Stasi officer listening from the attic above their apartment for evidence of subversion.

Written and directed by Olivier Award-winner Robert Icke and based on the Oscar-winning 2007 film, this stage adaptation examines artistic censorship, state surveillance and the relationship between art and politics.

Key facts: Strictly limited run from 14 October 2026.

Before you book

Suitable for ages 14 years and older, this production contains themes of an adult nature. No exchanges or refunds are available after purchase. Accessible performances listed are Audio Described on Saturday 5 December 2026 at 2:30pm, Captioned on Saturday 7 November 2026 at 2:30pm and BSL Signed on Saturday 14 November 2026 at 2:30pm.

Venue

Adelphi Theatre
409-412 Strand, London, United Kingdom

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Current cast

Keira Knightley (Black Doves, Atonement, The Misanthrope), Luke Thompson (Bridgerton, Dunkirk, Oresteia) and Stephen Dillane (Game of Thrones, The Tunnel, Vigil) star in the production.