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, London. Set in 1984 in 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, this adaptation looks at artistic censorship, state surveillance and the relationship between art and politics. It is running for a strictly limited period from 14 October 2026.

Key facts: Adelphi Theatre, London; strictly limited run from 14 October 2026; audio described performance on Saturday 5 December 2026 at 2:30pm; captioned performance on Saturday 7 November 2026 at 2:30pm; BSL signed performance on Saturday 14 November 2026 at 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. For more information, contact the box office.

Venue

Adelphi Theatre
409-412 Strand, London, United Kingdom

For accessibility information, contact the box office.

Current cast

The current cast includes Academy Award nominee Keira Knightley, Olivier Award nominee Luke Thompson and Emmy Award winner Stephen Dillane.