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The Lyceum TheatreNear the stage door, the spectre of an elderly actor is sometimes seen (some reports say that his name is "Charlie" and that he likes to hide props); another ghost is a ballerina who hanged herself in her dressing room; she is described as wearing white, and has been seen on stage and in the circle - and the scent of lavender is said to indicate her presence. The final ghost is that of a monk, who is seen in the lower level of the theatre, which was built on the site of a Catholic church. He is also seen in the cellar of the Cheese Hall pub next door. There is also said to be the phantom of a small boy, and (another?) lady in white. Some sources claim as many as 6 ghosts in the theatre. Also reported are changes in temperature, the smell of smoke and items going missing. Update 19/1/22: Lucy Thomson-Smith the Creative Learning and Engagement Manager of the Lyceum informs me, "Whilst there have been plenty of sightings over the years, I have nothing on official record since the nineties (which mainly is a handful of local newspaper reports). I know from speaking to the staff in our theatre that a few have their own experiences of paranormal activity within the venue..." Link: Stoke on Trent Live Link: The Mirror |
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