Forget jump scares and horror films - some of the most chilling ghost stories in the country are said to be taking place on stage across the UK, where the shows never truly end.
With spooky season in full swing, search interest for local paranormal spots has surged by 325% nationwide - in response, theatre ticketing hub SeatPlan has compiled a roundup of the 13 most haunted historic venues across the country, unearthing tales of phantom performers, spectral managers, and centuries-old apparitions.
Yorkshire's rich cultural heritage features heavily in the new rankings, with a legendary York site and two of Leeds' most famous entertainment institutions making the cut.
But which local stages are secretly harbouring phantom singers, Victorian spirits, and disembodied footsteps?
Here are the 13 most haunted theatres in the UK—and the eerie local legends hiding behind their curtains.
13. Swansea Grand Theatre: Jenny, The White Lady
Known locally as Jenny, this white-clad spirit is reputedly an actress who died aboard the Titanic in 1912 after performing at the venue, returning to haunt the backstage halls ever since. | Google Street View