Capitol Theater, Windham
The Capitol Theater in Windham, CT is reportedly haunted by a former actress who was accidentally shot in the balcony in the 1930s, with paranormal activity including unexplained sounds, phantom music, and sightings of shadowy figures and spirits. The theater also features a dressing room area, which is a known hotspot for alleged supernatural experiences. Visitors have reported hearing phantom organ music, whispered conversations, and the sounds of plays, even when the theater was empty or the organ was not working. There have been sightings of shadowy figures, including a potential spirit of a former actress in the balcony. Reports include doors slamming shut, rattling door handles, and even a vault that was locked but found open the next day at the Windham Textile and History Museum, which is in the same county and also experiences paranormal activity. The main theory for the haunting is that it's the spirit of an actress accidentally shot in the theater's balcony in the 1930s. While the actress is a primary focus, the theater also has a dressing room area and the general age of the building likely contributes to other reported spirits. The theater's long history means many people have connections to it, and it's speculated that some spirits may linger due to the strong emotions and memories associated with the building.