TLDR
Opened in 1928 as a lavish 2,900-seat movie palace, the Landmark Theatre was designed in an exotic Indo-Persian style with a starlit blue-domed ceiling. It was nearly demolished before being saved and restored — now it hosts Broadway shows and concerts as Syracuse's cultural centerpiece.
The Full Story
At least three spirits inhabit the Landmark Theatre. Oscar, an old stagehand, manipulates the lighting system, making lights flicker during performances and rehearsals. Clarissa, an actress who allegedly died falling from the balcony, is the most frequently seen ghost. She's been spotted carrying lilacs and has reportedly frightened rock bands smoking in the backstage tunnels.
Theater staff hear footsteps in empty areas, doors open and close on their own, and the temperature shifts noticeably in certain parts of the auditorium. Some performers refuse to go into certain backstage areas alone. The ghosts seem to appreciate live performance, with activity increasing during shows.
Visiting
Landmark Theatre is located at 362 South Salina Street, Syracuse, New York.