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Stranger Things: The First Shadow Tickets

Stranger Things: The First Shadow West End

Stranger Things The First Shadow London Tickets

Stranger Things: The First Shadow West End Tickets

Stranger Things: The First Shadow Phoenix Theatre

The Netflix hit's prequel story is now live in London! Stranger Things: The First Shadow takes you back to Hawkin's Upside Down and delves into the origin story of Henry Creel.

Book tickets to Stranger Things: The First Shadow today to discover the supernatural origins of your favourite television show! Stranger Things: The First Shadow is written by Stranger Things' co-executive producer and writer Kate Trefry from an original story by Jack Thorne (Enola Holmes), Matt and Ross Duffer, and Trefry.

Stephen Daldry (The Crown, Billy Elliot), a recipient of Emmys, Tonys, and BAFTAs, will serve as the film's co-director alongside Justin Martin. The production is staged by Sonia Friedman Productions and Netflix, which is stepping into live theatre for the first time. The Duffer Brothers are in charge of the show's creative direction, and the show is going to significantly expand the Stranger Things universe.

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The story

Stranger Things: The First Shadow is based on the acclaimed TV series, Stranger Things and serves as its prequel. The play is set in the town of Hawkins, Indiana. Meet new characters and catch a glimpse of the old ones in their younger days in this critically acclaimed play.

Great for

Families | Sci-fi & Horror Fans | Fans of Stranger Things Series

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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Audrey
5/5
Feb, 2025
This was the best performance I have ever seen. The story was amazing. And I can't say this enough Louis Healy ( Henry ) was just mind blowing. The way he moved his body and acted was just incredible. The rest were also good. But he was just outstanding. The special effects were also amazing.
Stefanie
3/5
Mar, 2025
The seats in the theater were an imposition! My knees were right up against the seat in front of me. You sat crammed into your seat for the entire performance.
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Carol
5/5
Mar, 2025
This was the most enjoyable stage show I've seen in a long time. I was nervous because our seats were so far back, but the view was still good. It was exciting with the most spectacular special effects and also funny moments when actors joined the audience at various times.
Atish
5/5
Feb, 2025
It was the best show I have seen in west end so far. The story was amazing and the cast was too good. The overall production and set was phenomenal as well. I was on the edge of my seat throughout the show. Epic!
Taramy
5/5
Feb, 2025
Stand out performance from all the actors Special effects and interaction with the audience was amazing The storyline a littke sketchy but on the whole we loved every minute
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Show details

Genre: Play

Duration: 2 hr 30 min with interval

Audience: Suitable for 12+

Opening Date: November 17, 2023

Closing Date: September 7, 2025

Theatre Name: Phoenix Theatre

Theatre Facilities: Bar, Cloakroom, Accessible toilets

Dress Code: Smart casual

Cast & crew

Stranger Things: The First Shadow cast for Phoenix Theatre

Writer & Orginal Story

Kate Trefry

Writer

Jack Thorne

Original Story & Creative Producers

The Duffer Brothers

Director

Stephen Daldry

Co-Director

Justin Martin

Illusion Designer & Visual Effects

Jamie Harrison, Chris Fisher

Video Designer & Visual Effects

59 Productions

Additional tips

Keep in mind, most London theatres are air-conditioned throughout the year and can get a bit chilly. Bring along a light jacket if needed.

Children under 5 are not allowed. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

BSL interpreted (signed) performance on 17 August 2024 at 1pm, audio described performance on 18 August 2024 at 3pm, and captioned performance on 24 August 2024 at 1pm.