An Inspector Calls by J. B. Priestley

Director: Richard Murray

Dates: February 25 to March 15, 2026

A wealthy industrialist's family is at dinner congratulating themselves on their success when the unexpected arrival of a police inspector threatens their apparently ideal existence.

J. B. Priestley is one of the giants of British literature and An Inspector Calls is a wonderful showcase of his talent for stage writing. Priestley wrote An Inspector Calls in 1946 as an allegory for class driven human behaviour and attitudes repeated in Britain, before, during and after World War II. The lessons still apply today. How well do we treat others, particularly those less fortunate? And how easily do we rationalise questionable behaviour by ourselves and those we hold dear?

This is all subtly presented in a cracking, razor-sharp dramatic thriller which keeps the tension high and the surprises coming.

Content Warning

An Inspector Calls contains contains themes of suicide, alcoholism and sexual assault.

Running time

TBA

Opening Night Celebrations

Come along at 7:30pm on Wednesday 25 February to help us celebrate opening night and to enjoy complimentary refreshments before the show.

Ticket Prices

$32 (full), $27 (concession)
Group Concessions 10+: $27
Special discounts for large groups over 20 – contact info@mrt.org.au for more details

Season Tickets

A Season Ticket Package or Voucher is the best value way of seeing our performances. Find out more here.

Bookings

Bookings for individual tickets are available for each play from the advertised date 2 months before opening - online, on 4933 2766 (Noon – 8pm, Mon – Fri), or email taz@taztix.com.au with MRT as the subject.

Maitland Repertory Theatre

Community theatre in Maitland since 1947

An Inspector Calls

Captivating and thought-provoking