Stranger Things: The First Shadow

About Stranger Things: The First Shadow

Stranger Things: The First Shadow is a stage production set in Hawkins in 1959. It follows young Jim Hopper, Bob Newby, Joyce Maldonado and new student Henry Creel as the town’s ordinary worries begin to shift.

Brought to life by a multi-award-winning creative team, the show takes audiences back to the beginning of the Stranger Things story. This new adventure is described as the start of the story and may hold the key to the end.

The production combines theatrical storytelling and stagecraft, and has received strong critical praise.

Key facts: Approx. 3 hours including an interval. Accessible performances are listed for Sunday 20 September 2026 at 15:00 (BSL interpreted), Sunday 27 September 2026 at 15:00 (audio described), Sunday 4 October 2026 at 15:00 (captioned) and Sunday 6 December 2026 at 15:00 (captioned).

Before you book

Recommended for ages 12 and over. Under 5s are not permitted. Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult. The production contains gunfire audio, loud noises, explosions, haze, smoke, flashing lights and strobe, strong language, and depictions of mental health conditions and disorders.

The venue opens 90 minutes before the start time. Please arrive at least 30 minutes before the start time. Latecomers will be admitted at a suitable point, which may be the interval. No exchanges or refunds are available after purchase.

Venue

Charing Cross Rd, London WC2H 0JP.

For accessibility information, please contact 0333 009 5399, Monday to Sunday, 9am to 8pm.