The Spy Who Came In From The Cold
Location: Theatre Royal
The Spy Who Came In From The Cold is the thrilling stage adaptation of the novel of the same name. Coming to Glasgow’s Theatre Royal from 26th – 30th May 2026.
For the first time ever, a novel by John le Carré — the undisputed master of the modern spy genre whose works include Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy and The Night Manager — is brought to life in a thrilling stage adaptation.
Based on the worldwide bestseller and named in TIME Magazine’s All-Time Greatest 100 Novels, The Spy Who Came In From The Cold is a riveting journey through the fog-shrouded terrain of Cold War espionage, deception, and moral compromise.
Disillusioned British intelligence officer Alec Leamas is ready to come in from the cold — until veteran agent George Smiley persuades him to take one final mission against the East German Secret Service. Deep undercover, he finds his convictions tested and his defences breached by Liz Gold, a quietly defiant librarian whose compassion threatens to thaw his frostbitten heart.
Following a sold-out run at Chichester Festival Theatre and a hit West End premiere, this gripping new play written by David Eldridge (Beginning, Middle) and directed by Jeremy Herrin (A Mirror, People, Places & Things) is now going on a UK tour.
Production photo is from a previous production. Photo credit: Johann Persson
Tickets are on sale now for The Spy Who Came In From The Cold and will start at £15.00 for the cheapest seats and go up to £115.00 for the most expensive. The first performance will be on the 26th May 2026 and the last show will be on the 30th May 2026. Get your tickets today!
