Stranger Things: The First Shadow

Step into the shadows of Hawkins with Stranger Things: The First Shadow—a thrilling Broadway prequel that plunges audiences into the eerie underbelly of the Upside Down.

Set in 1959, this evocative production reveals the origins of Henry Creel, long before Hawkins’s supernatural horrors engulfed the town. Witness a haunting narrative unfold with breathtaking special effects, immersive illusions, and gravity-defying stagecraft that have already earned the show four Tony Awards for design and technical wizardry.

Directed by Tony winner Stephen Daldry and Justin Martin, and co-written by beloved creators Kate Trefry, the Duffer Brothers, and Jack Thorne, the play brings cinematic scope to the stage. Meet Henry (Louis McCartney) as he grapples with strange visions and inner turmoil, forging a poignant bond with Patty Newby (Gabrielle Nevaeh) at the heart of Hawkins' dark mystery.

Fans of Stranger Things will delight in seeing familiar faces, including younger versions of Hopper, Joyce, and Bob, while newcomers will be drawn in by the emotionally rich storytelling and a suspense-filled, visually stunning spectacle. With rave reviews across Entertainment Weekly, People, and Deadline, this is an unforgettable stage experience that delivers suspense, emotion, and escapism in one pulse-pounding performance.