The Princess Theatre, located in Melbourne, Australia, has one of the most fascinating and enduring ghost stories associated with it. This exquisite building, positioned in the heart of Melbourne’s bustling city centre, is not only renowned for its spectacular productions, but also for being home to an ethereal resident: the friendly ghost named Frederici. The affinity of this spectral figure to the Princess Theatre dates back to March 3, 1888, the night of a production of the opera ‘Faust’. The story tells of the renowned baritone, Frederick Baker, who was performing under the stage name ‘Frederici’. The final act required Frederici, playing the role of Mephistopheles, to descend dramatically through a trapdoor on the stage as he was ‘returned to hell’. Tragically, on this occasion, Frederici suffered a heart attack and did not survive his metaphorical journey to the underworld. However, to the astonishment of his fellow cast members, he had managed to complete his stage performance. The legend says his spirit never left the theatre. There have been numerous sightings of Frederici’s ghost since that fateful night. The spirit, notably gallant and causing no harm, is said to significantly appear during good productions, signifying his approval and causing delightful thrill among cast members and theatre patrons alike. The legend of the Princess Theatre’s resident ghost remains an integral part of the fabric of this elegant theatre and continues to contribute to Melbourne’s rich cultural and folklore history.