Stranger Things: The First Shadow
Broadway just got turned Upside Down. Critics hail Stranger Things: The First Shadow as "a jaw-dropping, must-see theatrical marvel" (Entertainment Weekly) that makes you ask "how the hell did they do this?" (The New York Times) over and over again. From Netflix and multi-award-winning Broadway producer Sonia Friedman Productions, and directed by three-time Tony Award winner Stephen Daldry alongside Justin Martin, this pulse-racing new adventure will take you on a "non-stop thrill ride!" (Deadline)
Are monsters born... or made?
In 1959 Hawkins, Indiana, the Creel family seeks a fresh start—especially their teenage son Henry, who is eager to escape his troubled past. Everything changes when he meets Patty, a fellow outsider, and their budding romance gives Henry hope for the first time. But when a wave of shocking crimes strikes the town, Henry is forced to confront a terrifying truth: is something inside him that connects him to the horrors unfolding around him? This gripping stand-alone adventure will pull you deep into the world of Stranger Things —where suspense and spectacle lurk at every turn.
Group Minimum
10 or more ticketsAudience
Recommended for 12 +Children under the age of 5 are not permitted in the theatre.
Note: The play is set within the world and mythology of Stranger Things. A good guide would be to check if you and your party are comfortable with the level of content within the TV show. Under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
Duration
2 hours and 45 minutes, including intermissionFirst Performance
3/28/2025On Sale Through
6/28/2026
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Here is why we at Broadway Inbound think it's a perfect show for groups:
Before the world was rocked with interdimensional monsters and secret government labs, the quiet town of Hawkins, Indiana, was just trying to find its footing. Set in 1959, Stranger Things: The First Shadow transports audiences to a time long before Eleven and the gang took on the Upside Down. This prequel, skillfully crafted by Kate Trefry from an original story by the Duffer Brothers, Jack Thorne, and Trefry herself, introduces us to a young Henry Creel and his quest for normalcy after a troubled past. Eager to start anew, Henry quickly finds camaraderie and even a part in the school play, but as eerie crimes begin to plague Hawkins, he must wrestle with a chilling possibility—could he be connected to the darkness tormenting the town?
Featuring a dynamic cast, including Louis McCartney reprising his role from the West End, this production is a story of suspense, friendship, and self-discovery. The show promises the same heart-pounding thrills that fans of the series have come to love. A stand-alone adventure that complements the famed Netflix series, it beckons both die-hard fans and newcomers with its rich storytelling and dazzling effects. Whether you're new to Hawkins or a longtime fan, this award-winning production is a haunting journey into how the world of Stranger Things began. Prepare yourself for an experience that will leave you questioning the line between good and evil.