Why go and see it?
Winner of 19 major awards and hailed as the theatrical event of its generation, An Inspector Calls
has thrilled more than 5 million theatregoers worldwide.
Stephen Daldry's multi award-winning National Theatre production of JB Priestley's classic thriller returns after a record-breaking, sell-out tour in 2022.
Watch the trailer
New Road, Brighton, BN1 1SD
1 hour 50 minutes with no interval
Tue - Sat at 19:45
Wed, Thu, Sat at 14:30
Written at the end of the Second World War and set before the First, An Inspector Calls is a compelling and haunting thriller. The story begins when Inspector Goole arrives unexpectedly at the prosperous Birling family home. Their peaceful dinner party is shattered by his investigations into the death of a young woman. His startling revelations shake the very foundations of their lives and challenge us all to examine our consciences. More relevant now than ever, this is a must-see for a whole new generation.
Since 1992, Daldry’s production of An Inspector Calls has won a total of 19 major awards, including four Tony Awards and three Olivier Awards, and has played to more than 5 million theatergoers worldwide. An Inspector Calls is the most internationally-lauded production in the National Theatre’s history.
It is great to see a new generation encountering this sobering and sadly relevant piece of theatre.- Financial Times
An Inspector Calls is a monumental, timeless image, reminding us that ‘community and all the nonsense’ should never be disregarded.- Evening Standard
JB Priestley’s brilliantly constructed masterpiece powerfully dramatises the dangers of casual capitalism’s cruelty, complacency and hypocrisy. Stephen Daldry’s epic production highlights the play’s enduring relevance.
Now world-renowned as one of Britain’s leading theatre and film directors, Stephen Daldry has received Academy Award nominations for his films The Reader, The Hours, Billy Elliot and Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close. His recent West End theatre work includes David Hare’s Skylight at the Wyndham’s Theatre and Peter Morgan’s The Audience at the Apollo Theatre. His multi award-winning production of Billy Elliot The Musical ran for 11 incredible years at the Victoria Palace before embarking on a national tour.
Featuring Ian MacNeil’s ingenious designs, music by Oscar-winning composer Stephen Warbeck (Shakespeare in Love) and atmospheric lighting by Rick Fisher, this landmark production is guaranteed to have old fans rushing back and new theatregoers being swept away into the mysterious world of Inspector Goole.
Creative team:
Director Stephen Daldry
Designer Ian MacNeil
Lighting Designer Rick Fisher
Composer Stephen Warbeck
Associate Director Julian Webber
Producer PW Productions
Please note: Trailer features previous cast.
After the performance on Wed 16 Nov, there will be a post show Q&A available for all attendees.
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Every time Stephen Daldry's great production of this JB Priestley play returns, its power and pertinence feel all the more striking- The Independent
The production grips and dazzles. Nerve-shreddingly exciting. Still heart-thumpingly thrilling- The Times
I never tire of watching it. An Inspector Calls always speaks to the changing political moment.- Dominic Cavendish for The Telegraph
Theatre Royal Brighton
New Road, Brighton, BN1 1SD
Brighton Rail Station
The Box Office is open for 90 minutes prior to the performance commencing. See 'What's On' section for performance times
Bar - Pre-show & interval drinks and snacks
Cloakroom - Coats & small bags (Charge applies)
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Theatre Royal Brighton has entertained audiences for over 217 years. This Grade II* listed building is one of the oldest theatres in the country and continues to delight audiences with pre and post West End shows.
New Road, Brighton, BN1 1SD
1 hour 50 minutes with no interval
Tue - Sat at 19:45
Wed, Thu, Sat at 14:30
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