John Le Carré's, The spy who came in from the cold, will visit Bath on major UK tour in 2026

It has been announced that the legendary John Le Carré spy novel, The spy who came in from the cold, will embark on a major UK tour, visiting the Theatre Royal Bath from Tuesday 11 to Saturday 22 August 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) comes to Theatre Royal Bath for two weeks next summer. Casting for the tour is yet to be announced.

To book tickets at the Theatre Royal Bath, Associates booking is open from Saturday 4 October, Friends booking is open from Monday 6 October with General booking on sale from Monday 13 October.