The Lives of Others
Adelphi Theatre · Strand
Taste attributes: thrillerpoliticalespionagedramahistoricalheavyrealisticintricatelinearemotive & stirringinjustice/tragedy/vengeancecomplex relationshiphuman spirit/resilience/survival
The Oscar-winning film about a Stasi officer who bugs an East Berlin playwright, rebuilt as a tense stage thriller.
Boxlist takeAn emotional play that is heavy, grounded and smart. Best if you like stories that hit hard.
Taste details
Pace: balanced · Originality: balanced · Tone: balanced · Weight: very heavy · Realism: true to life · Story: intricate · Structure: very linear · Look: balanced · Scale: balanced · Emotional punch: very stirringHow we score
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Details
- Venue
- Adelphi Theatre
- Area
- Strand
- Opened
- 14 Oct 2026
- Closes
- 9 Jan 2027
- Performances
- Mon–Sat
- Price
- From £25
- Audience participation
- None
- Official site
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- Taste scores
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Facts checked against the official site on 12 Nov 2026. Description and taste scores by Boxlist.