Theatre Company to bring Dudley Castle's ghosts alive

Spine-tingling and terrifying tales of ghosts will be performed at a special theatrical production organised by Fright Nights, the UK’s leading ghost hunting specialist and Theatre of Ophidia. ‘The Ballad of Spring Heeled Jack’ will bring the ghosts of Dudley Castle alive for one night only on Saturday 15 November at 7:30pm, 9:00pm and 10:30pm in the haunted grounds of the Castle.

Dudley Castle, which dates back to 1066, is one of the most haunted Castles in Britain. Many visitors to the ruins have experienced paranormal activity over the years. “The Grey Lady” otherwise known as Dorothy Beaumont, has been seen wandering mournfully around the main grounds and old chapel. Many have witnessed the ghostly spectre of a Monk dressed in a black habit whose presence terrifies staff and visitors. The Chapel Undercroft, with its stone coffins and haunted armour, is the most haunted location in the Castle and where many have witnessed intense poltergeist activity.

The audience will begin the evening by meeting the ‘Reverend Cox’ who will take them on a sinister journey as he entertains and terrifies them with historic tales of ghosts, hauntings and folklore of the Black Country. Throughout the journey the audience will follow the life and times of Reverend Cox and his startling encounters with the mysterious and horrific ‘Spring Heeled Jack’ renowned for skulking at night and leaping out on young women and old men to scare them.

Students from the Matthew Boulton College in Birmingham have been involved in this special performance. The College, recognised as a Centre of Vocational Excellence, specialises in the performing arts. The students have created a special ten-minute performance designed on their visits to Dudley Castle and its alleged hauntings.

Martin Jeffrey, Director of Fright Nights said “We are delighted to be holding this special theatrical production, exclusive to Fright Nights. The atmospheric and haunted setting of Dudley Castle is the perfect venue for a night of ghostly tales. If you enjoy classic ghost stories with a seriously dark twist then you will love The Ballad of Spring Heeled Jack”

Tickets, which cost just £8 per person, can be purchased from Fright Nights online at frightnights.co.uk. Please note the 7:30pm showing is for those aged 12 to 18 but they must be accompanied by an adult. The performances at 9:00pm and 10.30pm are for over 18s only.