The Spy Who Came In From The Cold

The Spy Who Came In From The Cold

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Milton Keynes Theatre
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Tue 14 Jul - Sat 18 Jul 2026
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2 hours 10 minutes
incl. interval
THE SPY NOVEL THAT CHANGED EVERYTHING. NOW LIVE ON STAGE.

Milton Keynes Theatre

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Tue 14 Jul - Sat 18 Jul 2026
500 Marlborough Gate, Central Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK9 3NZ
2 hours 10 minutes incl. interval
Tue - Sat at 19:30
Wed and Sat at 14:30
Age guidance: 12+. U16s must sit with an accompanying adult. This production contains strong and derogatory language prevalent in the period, including antisemitism, and depictions of violence including torture and gunshots.
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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.

The Spy Who Came In From The Cold

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.

A classy stage adaptation [with] all the moodiness - and the complexity - of Le Carré
- The i
This first staging of a le Carré classic is a hot ticket
- The Guardian
One of the 10 Best Plays of 2024
- Fiona Mountford - The i

British intelligence officer Alec Leamas is weary, hardened, and ready to come in from the cold. But when Control, the Chief of the Circus, presents one final mission — dangerous, deceptive, and deeply personal — Leamas agrees to stay in the game. Dispatched into enemy territory, he finds his convictions tested and his defences breached by Liz Gold, a quietly defiant librarian whose compassion threatens to thaw his frostbitten heart. And what of veteran spymaster George Smiley? What is his role in the operation?

Following a sold-out run at Chichester Festival Theatre and direct from the West End, this gripping new play written by David Eldridge (Beginning, Middle) and directed by Jeremy Herrin (A Mirror, People, Places & Things) comes to Milton Keynes Theatre for 1 week only.

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This slick and stylish production is meticulously mounted by Jeremy Herrin
- The i
A tense, gripping adaptation with moody flair
- Financial Times
A tense, atmospheric production
- Daily Mail

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Milton Keynes Theatre

500 Marlborough Gate, Central Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK9 3NZ
Milton Keynes Central Station
The Box Office is open for 90 minutes prior to the performance commencing. See 'What's On' section for performance times
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One of the region’s leading live entertainment venues, Milton Keynes Theatre showcases the best West End and touring productions from across the UK. Offering a wide and varied programme including first class dance, drama, musicals, opera, comedy and children’s shows.

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Milton Keynes Theatre

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Tue 14 Jul - Sat 18 Jul 2026
500 Marlborough Gate, Central Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK9 3NZ
2 hours 10 minutes incl. interval
Tue - Sat at 19:30
Wed and Sat at 14:30
Age guidance: 12+. U16s must sit with an accompanying adult. This production contains strong and derogatory language prevalent in the period, including antisemitism, and depictions of violence including torture and gunshots.
For group bookings of 10 or more:
Read more about our resale options
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