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The Spy Who Came In From The Cold

London
by Headout
Duration2h 10m
SeasonSee calendar when booking

The Experience

Why watch The Spy Who Came In From The Cold The first stage adaptation of John le Carré’s Cold War classic, this West End debut dives deep into betrayal, espionage, and the cost of staying loyal. David Eldridge ( Beginning ) adapts; Jeremy Herrin ( People, Places and Things ) directs; Rory Keenan leads a knockout cast straight from Chichester’s sold-out run. From Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy to The Night Manager , le Carré’s works are cult favorites, and this one hits the stage for the first time. Book The Spy Who Came in from the Cold London tickets now. Not just a spy thriller — this is a love story, a political critique, and a rare chance to see Rory Keenan and Agnes O’Casey live in a role that critics are calling “taut” and “chilling” — West End drama at its sharpest. The story may be set in 1963, but its questions about truth, propaganda, and personal conviction still cut deep today.

How to book

Booked on Headout, who runs this experience. Inclusions and cancellation are theirs.

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Logistics & Transit

Transport not included
Location
@sohoplace, 4 Soho Place, Charing Cross Rd, London W1D 3BG, UK
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Who it's for

Min persons: 1

About the guide

Group experience
No — private booking

Know before you go

Know before you go Show details Genre: Critics' Choice , Drama , True Story , Classic , Plays Audience: 13+ years Theater name: @Sohoplace Theatre Theater facilities: Bar, restrooms Theater accessibility: Step-free access, accessible toilets, hearing enhancement systems Dress code: Smart casual Cast & crew Leading roles : Rory Keenan as Alec Leamas, Agnes O’Casey as Liz Gold, John Ramm as George Smiley, Gunnar Cauthery as Hans-Dieter Mundt Supporting cast : Philip Arditti, Norma Atallah, Matt Betteridge, Ian Drysdale, Tom Kanji, David Rubin Director : Jeremy Herrin Playwright : David Eldridge Original author : John le Carré Set designer : Max Jones Lighting : Azusa Ono Sound design : Elizabeth Purnell Composer : Paul Englishby Movement : Lucy Cullingford Fight direction : Bret Yount Voice coach : Hazel Holder Additional info This show is recommended for ages 13 years and above. The production contains strong language and derogatory language prevalent at the period; and depictions of violence including gunshots. Age suitability recommendations are just suggestions. So, trust your judgment when booking tickets for any show, and enjoy! Access performances : The BSL performance is on Friday, January 23, 2026 at 7:30pm; the captioned performance is on Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 7:30pm; and the audio described performance is on Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 7:30pm. Most theatres are air-conditioned year-round, so it can get a bit chilly. Bring a light jacket just in case.