Are you someone who loves binge-watching horror movies? But have you ever heard stories about haunted theatres? From New Amsterdam Theatre to Orpheum Theatre, some theatres have spine-chilling tragedies and stories where the spirits still haunt to watch and confuse mortals with paranormal events. So here’s the list for the thrilled one in you.
Ford Center for the Performing Arts Oriental Theater
The theatre originally known as Iroquois Theater, was a spot filled with exciting audiences when it opened its door to the world of entertainment. But unfortunately, the dreamy environment turned into a roaring nightmare. Around 600 people were burned in the fire that broke out while playing Mr. Bluebeard. Since the incident, the theatre has been known to be possessed by the spirits of those who lost their lives to the monstrous fire tragedy.
New Amsterdam Theatre
Here comes an opulent but haunting theatre with an intriguing story of spirit! Olive Thomas, a popular movie star who graced New Amsterdam with her exceptional beauty and comics, was spotted inside the theatre in a green dress. Though Olive Thomas lived with fame and love from the audience, Olive’s death was tragic and unclear. Was it really an accident or suicide?
Manila Film Centre
Manila Film Centre stands as a haunting place after the incident where around 168 workers were killed during its construction in 1981. The Film Centre would have garnered a great position in cinema, but instead this heart-wrenching tragedy caused by the high-pressure pace of construction to hit the deadline, killed and brutally buried workers in the quick-drying cement. Since the incident, the spirits of dead workers are said to be roaming inside.
Richard Rodgers Theatre
Richard Rodgers Theatre, originally known as Chanin’s 46th Street Theatre, creeps into the list of haunting theatres with spine-chilling stories of paranormal occurrences. Chandeliers shaking, lipstick stains on dressing rooms, terrifyingly bizarre sounds, things falling out of shelves, a ghost of a child, and many other apparitions are said to be spotted.
Orpheum Theatre ( in Memphis)
Orpheum Theatre houses the ghost of a little girl named Mary who was killed by a car crash in front of the theatre. From slamming doors to watching the performances at the theatre, the terrifying presence of Mary was felt by the employees. Apart from the spirit of Mary, Orpheum has many such stories of apparitions.
