MASON, Ohio (Aug. 28, 2025) — Kings Island is preparing to lift the curtain on a ghostly encore. The park announced Thursday that Phantom Theater: Opening Nightmare will debut in April 2026, bringing back a fan-favorite cast of quirky characters with a modern twist.

The new attraction will occupy the same location as the park’s original Phantom Theater dark ride, which thrilled guests from 1992 to 2002. This reimagined version blends cutting-edge technology, enhanced scenery, and expanded storytelling , promising both nostalgia for longtime fans and new thrills for first-time visitors.

The story begins on a stormy night as Maestro, the theater’s resident organist, prepares for a long-awaited performance. When lightning strikes, it unleashes mischievous “ghost notes” from his might

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