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An Inspector Calls Ticket Prices

Get excited by this classic J.B. Priestley thriller, An Inspector Calls, performing at the Alexandra Palace Theatre in London. This absorbing production from Stephen Daldry refreshes the atmosphere in this scorching mystery of suspense and moral investigation. Set in 1912, it unfolds as a mysterious inquiry into dealings by a wealthy family, which brings to light the shocking truth about their relationship to a young woman's death.

Ticket prices for An Inspector Calls start from £15; the highest price tickets are £85. Prices will, of course, vary depending upon the day of the week – weekends are the busiest times of the week, when more people have time off work or school, resulting in higher ticket prices. If you’re flexible with your schedule, booking midweek can be a great way to save.

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At the moment, there are no offers listed for An Inspector Calls at Alexandra Palace Theatre. While there are a lot of great value offers to be had during the year, they do tend to be fewer for shows like this. The best time to look for cheap tickets is during seasonal sales or special promotions. Follow discount sites or sign up for newsletters to be the first to know of any deals that become available.

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When to Book Tickets

Availability for An Inspector Calls tends to be more limited on weekends, so early booking is strongly recommended for Friday, Saturday, and Sunday performances. If you want the best choice of seats and prices available, be sure to book as early as possible.

Performances generally run from Tuesday through Saturday, though you can find some matinees performances available. This schedule offers flexibility, but peak times tend to sell out fast, especially closer to the weekend.

Top Tips For Your Visit

The Alexandra Palace Theatre is located in North London, with a panoramic view of the city. The transport links are excellent, only a short walk from Alexandra Palace Station, which offers both London Overground and Great Northern rail services. And if you're driving, there's plenty of free parking.

Inside the theatre itself, several bars and cafes are operating on different levels of the venue. These provide a selection of drinks, including alcohol, soft drinks, and light refreshments. Bottled drinks can be taken inside the auditorium but hot food or larger meals have to be consumed outside the actual auditorium where the performance is taking place.

The doors for the theatre usually open about 45 minutes before the play starts, ensuring there's enough time to find your seats and sit down before it starts. The running time of An Inspector Calls is 1 hour and 50 minutes with no interval, so plan your visit accordingly, especially when considering return travel.

About the show

Stephen Daldry’s production of An Inspector Calls has thrilled over 4 million people throughout the world since its first performance at the National Theatre in 1992. Having established acclaimed West End and Broadway runs, as well as national and international tours, this innovative and gripping production of the JB Priestley masterpiece is a classic piece of theatre that has cemented itself as one of the best of a generation. Now having returned to London’s West End at The Playhouse Theatre in late 2016 for a three month run, this is the perfect opportunity for a new generation to experience this classic. This magnificent production is one of the most award winning plays in history, with the original run at the National Theatre receiving three Olivier Awards for Best Designer, Best Revival and Best Director, two Evening Standard Awards for Best Director and Best Supporting Actress, before transferring to Broadway and receiving four Tony awards. Since then it has continued to dazzle critics and audiences alike throughout the world. Set in 1912, the play focuses on the rich and prosperous Birling family, opening with Arthur, Sybil (his wife), Shelia (his daughter) and Eric (his son) all celebrating Shelia’s engagement to the son of one of the richest businessmen in the north of England. The celebrations are soon interrupted however when Inspector Goole arrives with the intention of questioning the family about the suicide of a young working-class woman called Eva Smith. Throughout his interrogation, Goole discovers the many hidden connections the family have to the dead young woman, uncovering the dark hypocritical side of Edwardian society. An Inspector Calls with its gripping blend of thrilling suspense and social commentary forces audiences to not only examine the characters, but also their own lives. Stephen Daldry’s production has received critical acclaim for its unique staging, suspenseful drama, innovative sound design and thrilling suspense. Daldry has had countless critically acclaimed West End productions, including Billy Elliot: The Musical which recently closed to undertake a national tour after a hugely successful eleven year run, as well as his award winning productions of Skylight starring Bill Nighy and Carey Mulligan, as well as The Audience which saw Helen Mirren star as the Queen. Daldry’s success is not limited to just the theatre however, being a highly successful screenwriter and director who many will know from his Oscar nominated films Billy Elliot, The Hours, The Reader and Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close. Clive Francis (A Clockwork Orange, Mr Turner & 84, Charring Cross Road) will play the lead role of Mr Birling. Liam Brennan will co-star (Diary of A Madman) as Inspector Goole and Barbara Marten (People, Places and Things) as Mrs Birling. With a classic text at its core and a superstar producer, An Inspector Calls is lighting up London’s West End. With previews having began on the 4th November 2016 and running through to 4th February 2017, this limited three month run is bound to be in high demand when it hits London’s West End.