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Stranger Things: The First Shadow Tickets

Name: Stranger Things: The First Shadow
Start: 2025-01-28T19:00:00
End: 2025-01-28T21:30:00
Location: Phoenix Theatre

Stranger Things: The First Shadow West End

Stranger Things The First Shadow London Tickets

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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.

Why watch Stranger Things: The First Shadow

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

cancellation policy

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Reviews

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Mahmoud

5/5

Dec, 2024

Even non theater fans will really ENJOY the play. An awesome experience and the acting and story telling is excellent👌🏼

Anthony

3/5

Dec, 2024

Headout was great. The show itself was so full of needless cursing and sexual nonesense that it ruined much of the storyline. This show was clearly written by children who believe that naughty langauge is a substitute for story. Still, there were enough good moments that the show was still ok in the end. I only wish that the theater kids who wrote this play go out in the world a bit more to understand the human condition outside their own dramatic world.

Jon

5/5

Dec, 2024

Show was great and surpassed our expectations. Acting was verg good and the unexpected stage sets were brilliant. Couldn't fault it. Our seats were ok, we got what we paid for.

Teresa

5/5

Nov, 2024

It was exciting to learn more about the story of Henry - I would recommend to everyone who enjoyed Stranger Things on Netflix (for anyone who has not seen it some parts might be confusing). All in all worth a visit!

Tracey

4/5

Oct, 2024

Excellent performance and special effects. If you are a strangers things fan definitely recommend seeing this show. The only criticism is the seats R27,R26 you couldn't see part of the performance when they were on the ship at the beginning or bridge towards the end where Patty fell as the upper circle blocked the view, even trying to bend towards it didn't work.

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Know before you go

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.