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 in London. Set in 1984 East Germany, it follows a writer and an actor placed under state surveillance, while a Stasi officer listens 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, the production explores artistic censorship, state surveillance and the relationship between art and politics. It stars Academy Award nominee Keira Knightley, Olivier Award nominee Luke Thompson and Emmy Award winner Stephen Dillane.

The production runs at the Adelphi Theatre from 14 October 2026 for a strictly limited run.

Key facts: Strictly limited run from 14 October 2026 at the Adelphi Theatre; suitable for ages 14 and over; contains themes of an adult nature; audio described performance Saturday 5 December 2026, 2:30pm; captioned performance Saturday 7 November 2026, 2:30pm; BSL signed performance Saturday 14 November 2026, 2:30pm.

Before you book

This production is suitable for ages 14 and over and contains themes of an adult nature.

No exchanges or refunds are available after purchase.

Accessible performances are scheduled for Saturday 7 November 2026 at 2:30pm, Saturday 14 November 2026 at 2:30pm and Saturday 5 December 2026 at 2:30pm.

Venue

Adelphi Theatre
409-412 Strand, London, United Kingdom

For access information, contact the box office.

Current cast

Keira Knightley, Luke Thompson and Stephen Dillane star in the production.