Tom Chambers play the beloved detective Inspector Morse in a thrilling new stage production, Inspector Morse: House of Ghosts. The production opens in Birmingham on Thursday 28 August 2025 ahead of a major UK tour.
What is Inspector Morse: House of Ghosts about?
A chilling mystery unfolds when a young actress suddenly dies on stage during a performance, and Detective Chief Inspector Morse embarks on a gripping investigation. What begins as a suspicious death inquiry takes a darker turn when the legendary inspector, together with DS Lewis, uncovers a connection to sinister events in his own past, twenty-five years earlier.
Inspector Morse: House of Ghosts marks the first-ever stage adaptation of the iconic detective. ITV’s long-running Inspector Morse, hailed by Radio Times as ‘The greatest British crime series of all time’, has inspired equally beloved spin-offs, Lewis and Endeavour. Starring Tom Chambers (Father Brown, Strictly Come Dancing) as Inspector Morse, this original story written for the stage is a must-see for fans of compelling detective stories and thrilling mysteries.
Who is in the cast of Inspector Morse: House of Ghosts?
Tom Chambers says of taking on the role of the legendary detective: “I am absolutely thrilled to be bringing to the stage the nationally loved character of Inspector Morse. Played by John Thaw in the TV series, it is an iconic role which audiences clearly loved alongside the Morse murder mysteries. This brand-new production is a tantalising tale, rich in story and character and even unpicks some of Morse’s closely guarded personal life. It’s going to be a fabulous evening of entertainment.”
Tom Chamber’s theatrical credits include Murder in the Dark (Touring); Elf (Dominion Theatre); Dial M For Murder (Tour); Crazy For You (UK Tour); Private Lives (UK Tour); White Christmas (Dominion Theatre); Top Hat (Aldwych Theatre) Cyrano De Bergerac (Derby Theatre). His TV credits include Father Brown, The Great Train Robbery, Midsomer Murders, Casualty, Emmerdale, Holby City and Waterloo Road. Films include Fakers, Apollo 13: Dark Side of the Moon and Meet Pursuit Delange.
Who is in the creative team?
Alma Cullen penned episodes for the ITV crime drama series including, The Secret of Bay 5B (1989), The Infernal Serpent (1990), Fat Chance (1991) and The Death of The Self (1992), derived from the characters created by Colin Dexter.
Based on the novels by Colin Dexter the hit ITV series, Inspector Morse starred John Thaw as the erudite Inspector, famed for his love of opera, crosswords and a fine real ale. Alongside his trusted Sergeant, DS Lewis, played by Kevin Whately, the pair captivated audiences for 13 years and a total of 33 episodes with the programme’s trademark gripping mysteries, intelligent plots and memorable characters. The series became a classic of British television, earning numerous accolades and a devoted fanbase. Dexter’s characters continue to enthral audiences, with House of Ghosts marking the latest chapter in the iconic detective’s career.
Inspector Morse: House of Ghosts is written for the stage by Alma Cullen. The tour also reunites Tom Chambers with Director Anthony Banks (The Girl on the Train, West End / UK Tour; Steel Magnolias, UK Tour) following their collaboration on the 2020/21 tour of Dial M For Murder.
Are there any accessible performances scheduled?
Check individual venue websites.
Where is Inspector Morse: House of Ghosts playing on tour?
Birmingham Repertory Theatre
Thursday 28 August – Sunday 14 September
Richmond Theatre
Tuesday 16 – Saturday 20 September
York Grand Opera House
Tuesday 23 – Saturday 27 September
Nottingham, Theatre Royal
Tuesday 30 September – Saturday 4 October
Bromley, Churchill Theatre
Tuesday 7 – Saturday 11 October
Belfast, Grand Opera House
Tuesday 14 – Saturday 18 October
Brighton, Theatre Royal
Tuesday 21 – Saturday 25 October
Sheffield, Lyceum Theatre
Tuesday 28 October – Saturday 1 November
Cheltenham, Everyman Theatre
Tuesday 4 – Saturday 8 November
Woking, New Victoria Theatre
Tuesday 11 – Saturday 15 November
Norwich, Theatre Royal
Tuesday 18 – Saturday 22 November
Aylesbury, Waterside Theatre
Tuesday 25 – Saturday 29 November
Liverpool, Playhouse Theatre
Tuesday 13 – Saturday 17 January
Leeds, Playhouse Theatre
Tuesday 27 – Saturday 31 January
Newcastle, Theatre Royal
Tuesday 3 – Saturday 7 February
Malvern, Festival Theatre
Tuesday 24 – Saturday 28 February
Edinburgh, Festival Theatre
Tuesday 3 – Saturday 7 March
Milton Keynes Theatre
Tuesday 17 – Saturday 21 March
Aberdeen, His Majesty’s Theatre
Tuesday 24 – Saturday 28 March
Glasgow Theatre Royal
Tuesday 31 March – Saturday 4 April
Salford, The Lowry
Tuesday 7 – Saturday 11 April
