Theatre’s Ghosts at Rehearsals for Play’s Seance Scene!

Ghosts in the Dolman Theatre are playing a spooky role in rehearsals for ‘Blithe Spirit’ in which a medium holds a séance. Actors from Newport Playgoers preparing for Noel Coward’s witty comedy are concerned that their onstage séance may disturb the two ghosts that are said to haunt the theatre.

In the play, a writer accidentally summons up the
 spirit  of his first wife, Elvira (Eloise Rossiter) 

The main ghost, nick-named Aggie, is a woman who lived in a house on the site where the theatre was built and wasn’t keen to leave. She has made her presence felt in the theatre ever since.

Clare Drewett as medium Madame Arcati 

holds a séance during rehearsals for ‘Blithe Spirit’.

Dan Aston, the theatre’s deputy manager, has had some eerie experiences. He said, “When I lock up at night I’ve checked the building to make sure it’s empty, but I still hear footsteps. 

"When I investigate there’s no-one there. A Playgoers member turned as white as a sheet after she heard someone whisper in her ears when she was alone in one of the rooms.”

To check out the ghosts for yourself – both real and onstage –  book to see ‘Blithe Spirit’ which is at the Dolman Theatre from 12^th – 15^th September at 7.15 pm, with an extra matinee performance on the Saturday at 2.30 pm. To book tickets call 01633 263670 or visit www.dolmantheatre.co.uk. 

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Blithe_Spirit_54, a photo by Phil Mansell on Flickr.

Cheers from some of the cast of 'Blithe Spirit' - at the Dolman Theatre 12 - 15 September 2012. Not to be missed!