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 who are placed under state surveillance, while the Stasi officer listening from the attic above their apartment looks for evidence of subversion.

Written and directed by Olivier Award-winner Robert Icke and based on the Oscar-winning 2007 film, this stage adaptation focuses on artistic censorship, state surveillance and the relationship between art and politics. The cast includes Academy Award nominee Keira Knightley, Olivier Award nominee Luke Thompson and Emmy Award winner Stephen Dillane.

Key facts: From 14 October 2026, for a strictly limited run at the Adelphi Theatre. 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

Age guidance: Suitable for ages 14 years and older. This production contains themes of an adult nature.

Refunds: No exchanges or refunds after purchase.

Access information: Contact the box office for more information.

Venue

Adelphi Theatre
409-412 Strand, London, United Kingdom

Current cast

Current cast includes Academy Award nominee Keira Knightley (Black Doves, Atonement, The Misanthrope), Olivier Award nominee Luke Thompson (Bridgerton, Dunkirk, Oresteia) and Emmy Award winner Stephen Dillane (Game of Thrones, The Tunnel, Vigil).