Stranger Things: The First Shadow

About Stranger Things: The First Shadow

Stranger Things: The First Shadow is a stage production set in Hawkins, 1959, before the world turned upside down. It follows a town with ordinary worries as young Jim Hopper’s car will not start, Bob Newby’s sister is not taking his radio show seriously, and Joyce Maldonado just wants to graduate and leave town. When new student Henry Creel arrives, a fresh start proves far from simple.

Brought to life by a multi-award-winning creative team, the production uses theatrical storytelling and stagecraft to tell a new story that reaches back to the beginning of the Stranger Things world. It is a useful choice if you want a production with a clear narrative link to the series, while still standing as a live theatre event in its own right.

The show has been described by critics as a striking piece of theatre, with reviews highlighting its scale and production values.

Running time: Approx 3 hrs including an interval.

Before you book

Age guidance: Recommended 12+. Under 5s are not permitted. Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult aged 18 or over.

The production contains gunfire audio, loud noises, explosions, haze, smoke, flashing lights and strobe, strong language, and depictions of mental health conditions and disorders. Venue doors open 90 minutes before the start time, and you should arrive by 30 minutes before the performance begins. Latecomers will be admitted at a suitable point, which may be the interval.

Cancellation policy: No exchanges or refunds after purchase.

Venue

Phoenix Theatre, Charing Cross Rd, London WC2H 0JP.

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