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4.8 82 reviews from 82 verified reviews- Booking until: Sunday, 7 September 2025
- Running time: 3hr. Incl. 1 interval.
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Stranger Things: The First Shadow in London
If you've loved the Netflix TV series Stranger Things, you'll adore this. The US science fiction horror drama series is being produced for the stage, a prequel that makes a nostalgic nod to 1980s sci-fi. The word on the streets is that it's going to be just as great as the series that earned literally dozens of Emmy nominations, including three for Outstanding Drama.
About Stranger Things: The First Shadow
Welcome to Stranger Things: The First Shadow , a stage play based on the Netflix Original Series which acts as a prequel to the series itself, a brand new story. Produced by Sonia Friedman's production company along with Stephen Daldry and Netflix, the premiere takes place in late 2023 at the West End's Phoenix Theatre. The plot takes place back in 1959, revealing a young Jim Hopper and Joyce Maldonado as they handle the shadows of the past.
Stranger Things: The First Shadow is written by Kate Trefry and Jack Thorne, inspired by the original Duffer Brothers story and Directed by Stephen Daldry.
The co-director is Justin Martin and there's already a class act of a production team in place. The set design is by Miriam Buether, the costume design by Brigitte Reiffenstuel, and lighting design by Jon Clark. The sound design comes from Paul Arditti, and the illusions design and visual effects come from Jamie Harrison and Chris Fisher. The video design and visual effects come from 59 Productions, and movement direction is by Coral Messam.
Wigs, hair and make-up design comes from Campbell Young Associates, the casting is by Charlotte Sutton CDG, and the international casting consultancy by Jim Carnahan. The technical director is Gary Beestone fo Gary Beestone Associates, and the rest of the creative team is to be announced - as is the cast.
What's the plot of Stranger Things: The First Shadow ?
The plot whisks us to the town of Hawkins. The year is 1959. It's an ordinary town - or is it? Jim Hopper's car won't start, Bob Newby's sister won't take his radio show seriously, Joyce Maldonado is keen to graduate from high school and get out of town. Everything seems normal. But a new student, Henry Creel, arrives, it turns out that the shadows of the past are closer than anyone thinks. Much closer.
The brilliant story is supported by an equally brilliant multi-award-winning team, who are creating a dazzling new adventure to bring you back to the time everything began - and might just hold the key to the secret at the very end of the Stranger Things story. The resulting play is scary, surprising and heartfelt, with lots of fresh new characters as well as those you're familiar with. Welcome to the Upside Down.
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Stranger Things: The First Shadow Ticket Information
- Booking until:
Sunday, 7 September 2025
- Running time:
3hr. Incl. 1 interval.
- Age restrictions
Ages 12+ (recommended). Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult. Under 5s not permitted.
- Important Information
Please be advised that flashing lights will be used in this production. 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.
- Cancellations & Refunds
Once booked, tickets to Stranger Things: The First Shadow are usually non exchangeable and non refundable as per our terms & conditions. In practice, however, we will do our best to accommodate your request as long as we are notified at least 48 hours before the performance. Please contact us for more information.
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Latest customer reviews
All reviews are from customers who have been invited to leave a review just after seeing Stranger Things: The First Shadow.
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Brilliant in every wayIf you enjoy the series Stranger Things you will love this show. It’s gripping from the start. The special effects are incredible and the cast is fantastic. The time went in a flash. I would highly recommend this show and would also love to see it again.
N Reviewed on 18 December 2024 by Nina
Tunbridge Wells, United Kingdom
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ExeptionalWas excited about seeing this as we didn't know what to expect, the storyline mixed with the changing scenes was seamless. Great cast would definitely recommend to go and see, something a bit different and a great fright at the end! 😁
A Reviewed on 24 November 2024 by Andrea
Maryburgh, United Kingdom
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Must see for Stranger Things fansI really liked the show the only downside was that we couldn’t hear all of the lines so well. I’m not sure if this was because of the seats we had or the sound system in general.
L Reviewed on 10 November 2024 by Lianne
Steeple, United Kingdom
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Incredible show 👏Fantastic show, well worth seeing whether or not you have seen stranger things.
M Reviewed on 30 October 2024 by Mark
Herts, United Kingdom
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MagicalThe main actor was incredible, the show was amazing, the affects unspeakable. The team was extremely nice and helpful. I would recommend not to book the left and right sides as the first 4 rows.
W Reviewed on 24 October 2024 by Woroord
Doha, Qatar
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Teenage ‘Stranger Things’ FansFantastic stage FX; super script; prequel to the Netflix show; we expected to be scared - and we were!
L Reviewed on 23 October 2024 by Lyneth
Ashby De La Zouch, United Kingdom
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Beyond BrilliantN Reviewed on 22 October 2024 by Neetu
Singapore, Singapore
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BrilliantT Reviewed on 18 October 2024 by Tom
Harpenden, St Albans, United Kingdom
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I think at 67 years old did not understandDid not understand I think we're were two old
J Reviewed on 11 October 2024 by Jackie
Kent, United Kingdom
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Great showSpecial effects were amazing. Story line was really good and connected to the the show, without having the need to have watched the TV show.
P Reviewed on 29 September 2024 by Parul
Ilford, United Kingdom
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Must see showEntertaining.
C Reviewed on 04 September 2024 by Cherriel
London, United Kingdom
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AmazingA Reviewed on 03 September 2024 by Antony
Heybridge, United Kingdom
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Stranger thingsThe view was good , had cheaper seats, the show was very clever the effects and acting very good
N Reviewed on 31 August 2024 by Nigel
Abbey Wood, United Kingdom
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Air-conditioning neededSeating too cramped and too hot. Small ladies and could not Move. Don't wear baseball caps as you block people's view. Good show...
P Reviewed on 27 August 2024 by Patsy
Sheffield, United Kingdom
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Perfect splendid!A great watch! Good casting, amazing actors and great special effects. For me the story line could have been a bit better (I’m a HUGE Stranger Things fan) and related to the series, but overall I’m happy.
H Reviewed on 26 August 2024 by Helen
London, United Kingdom
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Must seeO Reviewed on 25 August 2024 by Owais
High Wycombe, United Kingdom
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A must seeT Reviewed on 16 August 2024 by Terence
Cork City, Ireland
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Incredible show - must see!K Reviewed on 27 July 2024 by Kieron
Mistley, Manningtree, United Kingdom
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Couldn't recommend enough for Stranger Things fansFor anyone who lives Stranger Things... You'll love this!
M Reviewed on 20 July 2024 by Michael
Rochdale, United Kingdom
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PerfectThe best show! Whatever the stage, actor,light,all things are perfect!!!! Absolutely my fav show in London.
M Reviewed on 20 July 2024 by Ming
London, United Kingdom
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AmazingWow ! What a show…….go and see this. Incredible acting , superb effects…….just gripping
K Reviewed on 12 July 2024 by Keith
Fareham, United Kingdom
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great show, a must-see for fans!N Reviewed on 07 July 2024 by Neil
Brentwood, United Kingdom
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Cool effects, story at the beginning to slowThe story developed very slowly at the beginning and could have come to the point quicker. Cool effects. Not suitable for children or people who are frightened quickly.
D Reviewed on 06 July 2024 by Daniela
Duisburg, Germany
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This is my second time of watching this show. I enjoyed it apart from the constant rotating head in front of me that kept leaning his head left than right as if he was plugged into the mains.
C Reviewed on 26 June 2024 by Cherriel
London, United Kingdom
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A must see even if you know nothing about The Stranger ThingsAn excellent theatre experience from start to end. Nothing classic, all the decors and the acting was marvellous. Phoenix theatre on the other hand should renew the seatings as they were really uncomfortable. And a very important tip: please be careful while selecting your seats as the first 4 or 5 rows at the stall area were not a good choice to watch. And bear in mind that the restrooms are really crowded during the break.
A Reviewed on 21 June 2024 by Arzu Zafer
Istanbul, Turkey
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Absolutely brilliant production and a huge surpriseThis was such a surprise. I hadn’t read anything about it before going and was on the edge of my seat every moment of the show. Production, acting and sets were next-level brilliant.
V Reviewed on 19 June 2024 by Vladimir
Bentleigh, Australia
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Superb!This is a must for (nearly) everyone. Maybe not for small children as there are scary parts. Fan or not of the series, you'll be blown away. Bravo!
B Reviewed on 09 June 2024 by Bjørn Gundhus
Skien, Norway
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Effects were amazing indeed!A Reviewed on 09 May 2024 by Ali
Kutahya, Turkey
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Amazing!F Reviewed on 04 May 2024 by Francesco
Fermo, Italy
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Amazing!A cliche but it was really an excellent stage show! Eerie, creepy,funny, not seen special effects like that on stage before. Went with my 17 year old daughter, she thought it was great & would like to see it again.
G Reviewed on 27 April 2024 by Gillian
Sutton, United Kingdom
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InterestingP Reviewed on 25 April 2024 by Philip
Fleet, United Kingdom
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Amazing showVery well achieved the show, excellent effects and production. We were pleasantly surprised and very satisfied with the show.
M Reviewed on 07 April 2024 by María Paz
Santiago, Chile
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Great showB Reviewed on 06 April 2024 by Bethan
Wellington, New Zealand
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Brilliant play - a definite 'must see'I am an avid theatre goer and loved this play. I am a 62 year old female and took my granddaughter for her 16th birthday. I watched all the episodes of Stranger Things with her so this was an excellent present. My overall experience was excellent and would highly recommend this play. The theatre is lovely and all the staff were very friendly
J Reviewed on 03 April 2024 by Janet
Hull, United Kingdom
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Creative set use and fab actingVery entertaining and quite a few scares. Prob not suitable for under 12s or sensitive teens - bit of swearing, sex talk and some very gruesome bits. Wonderful for everyone else. The cast were brilliant, us (2 adults and our teenage son) were enthralled throughout. We had forgotten lots of the stranger things tv details but it didn’t matter. Most people on their feet clapping at the end, the set design/engineering/effects were unbelievable- was blown away!
J Reviewed on 30 March 2024 by Jenni
Crondall, United Kingdom
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Amazing showI took my 14 year old granddaughter to this show and she was blown away by the acting and stage settings. I had never watched Stranger Things, my granddaughter was a big fan, but the show surpassed my expectations. Highly recommend for teens and theatregoers.
M Reviewed on 29 March 2024 by Margaret
Cheam, United Kingdom
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Spectacular show, a must see!!Incredible show, will be seeing it again. Insane special effects. Best acting I've ever seen.
M Reviewed on 27 March 2024 by Megan
Canvey Island, United Kingdom
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Great showD Reviewed on 27 March 2024 by Darren
Bury St Edmunds, United Kingdom
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Damn! Something for everyone.T Reviewed on 21 March 2024 by Tom
Vancouver, Canada
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Amazing story and a lot of surprisesM Reviewed on 17 March 2024 by Michael
Rotterdam, Netherlands
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Impressive innovative use of the theatre. Lovely staff.Second half lacked the narrative drive and clarity of the first half. Henry actor was extraordinary. I was frightened at the threat he posed in the first half. The doctor part had unrealised potential I thought...both script and acting...think Cillian Murphy in Batman...overall a striking piece of theatre
K Reviewed on 16 March 2024 by Kim
Belfast, United Kingdom
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Immersed in the Stranger Things world!Th show was absolutely incredible from the lighting, costumes , music and above all the acting. Would definitely recommend.
D Reviewed on 14 March 2024 by Deborah
Tewkesbury, United Kingdom
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Must seeBold and captivating!
T Reviewed on 09 March 2024 by Terry
London, United Kingdom
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ImaginativeIt was a superb show !
K Reviewed on 01 March 2024 by Kate
Letchworth, United Kingdom
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Best show everV Reviewed on 25 February 2024 by Vasilis
Athens, Greece
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Wow just wowWhat an amazing, jaw dropping show. From the acting through to the special effects, haven’t seen anything like it before.
L Reviewed on 21 February 2024 by Louise
Hemingstone, United Kingdom
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If you want stranger things you get it. At volume. Nothing original and still haven't worked out the link to the philadelphia experiment. Crowbars in full view! Son loved it
S Reviewed on 18 February 2024 by Stuart
Montaigut Sur Save, France
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Blown Away!Fantastic show and a must see if you are a Stranger Things fan. You will love it !
P Reviewed on 17 February 2024 by Pauline
Dagenham, United Kingdom
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definitely a must see!!!never seen stranger things but this show was amazing. The effects on the stage are astounding!
D Reviewed on 12 February 2024 by Danica
Nadur, Malta
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Alot of show.As an avid Stranger things fan I absolutely loved this show. Excellent cast. Great acting. You definitely get lost in the story. Excellent value for money. A must for all fans.
A Reviewed on 11 February 2024 by Adrienne
Hoddesdon, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom
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Great
F Reviewed on 26 January 2024 by Francis
Kenmare, Ireland
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Just incredibleS Reviewed on 13 January 2024 by Simon
Caerphilly, United Kingdom
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Amazing must seeAmazing show, brilliantly thought out and affects are truly amazing. This is a must for fans of Stranger Things.
A Reviewed on 12 January 2024 by Ann
London, United Kingdom
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A must-see for fans of the series!I Reviewed on 11 January 2024 by Ian
Oshawa, Canada
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must seeH Reviewed on 06 January 2024 by Heidi
Pedreguer, Spain
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Fantastic theatre. Lighting and effects especially good. Wonderful acting and as a result, totally gripping.
J Reviewed on 05 January 2024 by Julia
Guildford, United Kingdom
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Wow, this was such an amazing experiencei was blown away by this show. It exceeded my expectations. It made me jump out of my seat on numerous occasions. Definitely recommend for anyone who loves Stranger Things. It takes you back to the beginning and its so entertaining that you dont even realise its 3 hours. I loved it!
J Reviewed on 21 December 2023 by Julie
Arkley, United Kingdom
2024
First look at new cast of STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW
by Emmie Newitt | Wednesday, November 20 2024, 14:17
The critically acclaimed Olivier Award-winning production also announces an extension to its run due to unprecedented demand.
Louis Healy in Stranger Things: The First Shadow. Photo by Manuel Harlan
2024
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Stranger Things: The First Shadow production image. Photo by Manuel Harlan.
2024
New cast announced for West End production of STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW
by Emmie Newitt | Wednesday, September 25 2024, 09:49
The critically acclaimed, Olivier Award-winning, world premiere production is about to celebrate its first year in the West End!
The 2024/25 cast of Stranger Things: The First Shadow.
2024
New cast and extension announced for STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW
by Emmie Newitt | Wednesday, September 4 2024, 14:53
The critically acclaimed, Olivier Award winning production is approaching its first anniversary in the West End!
Jessica Rhodes, George Smale, Callum Maxwell, Miranda Mufema, and Louis Healy. Photo by Craig Sugden
2024
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Olivier Awards 2023 Hannah Waddingham. Photo by Christie Goodwin
2024
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2023
First look at STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW
by Emmie Newitt | Friday, December 1 2023, 14:13
We've got a first look at STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW which is performing at the Phoenix Theatre in the West End!
Louis McCartney (Henry Creel) in Stranger Things: The First Shadow. Photo by Manuel Harlan
2023
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by Emmie Newitt | Thursday, November 23 2023, 12:34
Looking for new shows to see in December? With Christmas now in sight, there's so much on offer in London's theatre scene. Read our guide to find out more.
Unfortunate, Edward Scissorhands and The Motive and The Cue promotional images.
2023
Rehearsal images released for STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW
by Emmie Newitt | Thursday, October 26 2023, 08:49
Fans of the Netflix hit series will love this new production, which takes you right back to the beginning of the Stranger Things story.
Christopher Buckley (Bob Newby), Isabella Pappas (Joyce Maldonado), Chase Brown (Lonnie Byers). Photo by Manuel Harlan
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