Want to know more about the mysterious ghost light? It’s one of those charming theatre traditions that’s equal parts practical and superstitious. Long before fancy lighting boards, stages were full of hazards you definitely didn’t want to wander into in the dark, like orchestra pits, set pieces, and stray cables. So crews started leaving a single light on overnight to stop anyone doing a dramatic face‑plant after hours.

Over time, that simple safety light attracted a bit of folklore. Some say it keeps theatre ghosts happy, others claim it wards off bad luck, and a few swear it gives restless spirits a chance to put on their own secret shows. Whatever you believe, the ghost light has become a familiar symbol in venues everywhere, including right here on the MEC stage where it quietly keeps watch long after the curtain comes down.