Paranormal Investigator Examines San Diego Theater
Jon Schnitzer visited Les Girls Theater on Oct. 5 to investigate reports of spiritual activity.
Updated on Oct. 23, 2026 in Paranormal
On Oct. 5, paranormal investigator Jon Schnitzer conducted a two and a half hour ghost hunt at San Diego's long-standing Les Girls Theater. He claimed to identify approximately 30 spirits throughout the historic building.
Why it matters
Schnitzer targeted the venue for an investigation because he intends to secure a haunted location for an upcoming performance show. Before the show, he plans to perform a cleansing ceremony at the theater.
Les Girls Theater has operated as a landmark for nearly 60 years. The paranormal investigation into the site spanned a total duration of 2.5 hours.
The players
Jon Schnitzer
A paranormal investigator based in Los Angeles who conducts site assessments using various specialized tools.
Les Girls Theater
A San Diego performance venue that has been in operation for nearly six decades.
Kata Pierce-Morgan
The operator who began managing the Les Girls Theater in 1970.
The details
Using tools including a spirit box, a pendulum, and dowsing rods, Schnitzer reportedly communicated with various entities. He identified spirits that he claimed were former dancers, police officers, and stalkers.
Timeline
1970 was when Kata Pierce-Morgan began operating Les Girls Theater.
Oct. 5, 2026 was the date Jon Schnitzer investigated the theater.
Oct. 24, 2026 is when Schnitzer is scheduled to perform at SoHo Playhouse.
Culture Shift
The investigation reflects the growing cultural trend of ghost tourism, where aging landmarks are marketed through their supernatural history. This approach creates a new demographic of visitors interested in paranormal activity rather than traditional performances.
Residents and visitors planning to attend upcoming shows at the theater may encounter the results of the planned cleansing ceremony. The investigation could increase interest in the venue as a site for ghost hunting tours.
The takeaway
Ghost hunting remains a popular way for venue owners to generate renewed public interest in older historical sites. Readers should be aware that investigations of this nature rely on subjective tools and personal interpretation rather than scientific evidence.
What happens next
Jon Schnitzer is scheduled to perform his show at the SoHo Playhouse in New York City on Oct. 24, 2026.
Further reading
Explore more local sightings in the Paranormal section of our site.
Source note: This article includes information reported by KPBS.
