Archive: this preview announced performances on 19–23 November 2019.

The National Theatre’s production, directed by Stephen Daldry.

Stephen Daldry’s production of J.B. Priestley’s thriller toured the UK in 2019.

Actors on a smoky stage in front of a tilted houseTwo actors beside a red telephone box, one sitting on the ground

The 2019 tour announcement said the award-winning production had been seen by more than four million people. 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.

Two formally dressed actors on a balconyAn actor in a coat and hat beneath a streetlamp beside a red telephone box

The inspector’s revelations challenge the Birling family to confront their responsibilities.

Watch the trailer for the 2019/20 national tour here.

The producers provide a 2025 educational resource for the production.

Three formally dressed actors beside a red telephone box

An Inspector Calls was advertised at Buxton Opera House from 19 to 23 November 2019. A review recorded its opening performance.