Orpheum Theatre Center

The Story

The Orpheum’s theater ghost is nicknamed Larry. Performers’ stories describe blown fuses and falling sandbags; a technical director reportedly found a mysterious photograph of a bearded man after a noise, only for the photograph to disappear later. HauntedPlaces.org records these as theater lore, with Larry’s real identity unresolved.

The Hauntings

The Orpheum’s theater ghost is nicknamed Larry. Performers’ stories describe blown fuses and falling sandbags; a technical director reportedly found a mysterious photograph of a bearded man after a noise, only for the photograph to disappear later. HauntedPlaces.org records these as theater lore, with Larry’s real identity unresolved.

A sense of place.

Visitor Experiences

Have you experienced something here?

This future chapter will bring together stories from the PHASM community. An unexpected encounter, a lingering feeling, or a quiet visit—your experience will be welcome.

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Sources & further reading.

• Orpheum Theatre Center — reported haunting (reports)
• The Haunted Indoors of Eastern South Dakota — Travel South Dakota (visiting)

Plan Your Visit

Follow current operator rules and posted hours; the haunting source does not establish public or after-hours investigation permission.