Stranger Things : The First Shadow Tickets

Set in 1959 Hawkins, Stranger Things: The First Shadow is a gripping theatrical prequel to the hit Netflix series. Before the Upside Down, before Eleven, there was Henry Creel—a troubled teenager whose arrival sparks a dark chain of events. Featuring younger versions of familiar characters like Joyce, Hopper, and Bob, this original West End production blends 1950s nostalgia with supernatural suspense to reveal the haunting origin story behind the Stranger Things universe. Currently playing at the Phoenix Theatre, let’s find out more about the talented cast members.

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Stranger Things: The First Shadow | Save up to 32%

Step back into the world of Hawkins before the Upside Down took over. Stranger Things: The First Shadow is a thrilling stage adaptation that serves as a prequel to the hit Netflix series, bringing audiences face-to-face with the supernatural origins of the Stranger Things universe. Created by the Duffer Brothers, with direction by Stephen Daldry, this production boasts spectacular visual effects and an engrossing story that makes it one of the most exciting shows in town.

Want to know what goes on backstage before seeing it on stage? Then you’re in luck. Netflix recently announced Behind the Curtain: Stranger Things: The First Shadow, a documentary that follows the West End cast as they prepare for the world premiere - which streams from 15 April. If you love the show, this is your chance to witness the magic behind the scenes before experiencing it live in the theatre.

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Get ready for an evening of non-stop laughter with The Play That Goes Wrong. This Olivier Award-winning comedy follows an amateur dramatic society as they attempt to stage a murder mystery—with disastrous (and absolutely hilarious) results. Expect collapsing sets, forgotten lines, and outrageous mishaps that will leave you in stitches from start to finish. Created by Mischief Theatre, this production has won Best New Comedy at the Olivier Awards and continues to delight audiences worldwide.

Originally premiering in a tiny London theatre above a pub, this show has since become a global sensation, even making its way to Broadway. If you love slapstick comedy in the vein of One Man, Two Guvoners or Noises Off, this is the perfect play for you.

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The most Tony-nominated play in Broadway history is heading to London, and it’s ready to turn the West End into a 70s rock paradise. Stereophonic is a gritty, immersive look at the recording of a groundbreaking rock album, following a band on the brink of superstardom… and self-destruction. As tensions rise between the bandmates, personal and creative conflicts threaten to derail everything they’ve built. The show blends brilliantly raw storytelling with live music, creating a visceral, you-are-there experience that critics have hailed as one of the best depictions of rock history ever put on stage.

The Broadway production has been a runaway success, earning more Tony nominations than any other play in history, and now it’s ready to take the West End by storm. If you love the music drama of Daisy Jones and the Six, the passion of A Star Is Born, and the energy of a real rock concert, this is the must-see play of the year.

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A true West End institution, Agatha Christie’s The Mousetrap has been keeping audiences guessing for over 70 years. This classic whodunit immerses audiences in a tale of intrigue, deception, and shocking twists, with a tradition of secrecy that demands every audience member keep the killer's identity a secret. The play is famous for being the longest-running show in theatre history, with over 28,000 performances since its 1952 premiere.

Fun fact: The Mousetrap was originally a radio play written by Agatha Christie as a birthday gift for Queen Mary. Now, it remains one of the best-loved murder mysteries of all time, a must-see for any theatre lover.

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One of the UK’s most beloved sitcoms has finally made its way to the stage! John Cleese’s Fawlty Towers: The Play brings Basil, Sybil, and Manuel to life in a side-splitting adaptation packed with iconic moments from the classic series. Expect plenty of miscommunication, absurdity, and laugh-out-loud moments that capture the chaotic energy of the original BBC show created by John Cleese.

Audiences and critics alike have raved about how perfectly the play recreates the magic of the television series. Whether you're a longtime fan or discovering Fawlty Towers for the first time, this is a comedy classic you won't want to miss.

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The multi award-winning West End show is going Demogorg-on and on and on, with Stranger Things: the First Shadow today confirming ANOTHER London extension. The sci-fi spectacular is now running until 7 September 2025! 

The prequel to the cult Netflix hit follows the inhabitants of Hawkins, before their world turned upside down. With an original story by the Duffer Brothers (the creators, directors, and executive producers of the series), the show won two Oliviers and the WhatsOnStage award for Best New Play. Louis McCartney (who will be transferring with the show to Broadway next year) won the Stage 2024 Debut Award for Best Performer in a Play and the Critics' Circle Award for Most Promising Newcomer for his professional debut, originating the role of Henry Creel. 

Now leading the show are; Louis Healy (Henry Creel), Callum Maxwell (Bob Newby), Miranda Mufema (Patty Newby), Luke Mullins (Dr Brenner), Jessica Rhodes (Joyce Maldonado) and George Smale (James Hopper Jr).

Stranger Things Day, celebrated annually on 6th November, is an unofficial holiday dedicated to fans of the hit Netflix series Stranger Things. Marking the anniversary of the disappearance of Will Byers, the annual celebration pays homage to the mystery, adventure, and supernatural thrills of the show, along with its beloved characters and iconic monsters. If you're looking to dive into the world of Demogorgons, Eggo waffles, and Upside Down portals, here’s everything you need to know about Stranger Things Day, and some rad ways to celebrate it!

What is Stranger Things Day?

Stranger Things Day was created by Netflix as a way to celebrate the sci-fi series and tease upcoming seasons. It also marks the anniversary of the disappearance of Will Byers, the boy with the bowl cut who vanished whilst cycling home back in 1983. His mysterious disappearance kicked off the chain of supernatural events that fans worldwide have come to adore. Netflix officially recognized Stranger Things Day in 2018, giving fans a chance to celebrate and connect over all things Stranger Things, both online and through in-person events.

Over the years, Stranger Things Day has evolved into an opportunity for Netflix and fans alike to celebrate the show with exclusive merchandise releases, behind-the-scenes content, teaser drops for upcoming seasons, and even pop-up events in select cities.

About Stranger Things

Stranger Things, created by the Duffer Brothers, first premiered on Netflix in July 2016. Set in the 1980s, the series centres around a group of kids in the small town of Hawkins, Indiana, who stumble upon a government conspiracy involving a parallel dimension known as the Upside Down (which, until pre-production, was named The Nether). 

Taking inspiration from classic ’80s films like, E.T., The Goonies, and Stand by Me. The Duffer Brothers packed each and every episode with references to the era's pop culture, music, and fashion. The actors who portray the group of pre-teen nerds and a superhuman girl, were all born two decades after the show it set, meaning they were first introduced to Dungeons and Dragons, legwarmers, and The Clash whilst filming the hit-show! Ironically (and remarkably), Millie Bobby Brown was just ten when she took on the role of Eleven!

The Stranger Things kids have grown a lot since the first episode aired, all becoming household names across the globe. And the actors aren’t the only ones who have gotten bigger. The series itself has grown exponentially. With its unique blend of sci-fi, horror, humour and a killer soundtrack, Stranger Things has quickly become a cultural phenomenon. By the time Season 3 aired, Stranger Things was watched by over 40 million households in its first four days, making it one of Netflix's most popular original series.

Stranger Things: The First Shadow

With the excitement building for Season 5, fans can immerse themselves in the world of Hawkins even further with Stranger Things: The First Shadow, a live stage production that opened in 2023 at the Phoenix Theatre in London’s West End.

The multi award-winning play is set years before the events of the TV series, bringing audiences back to 1959 in Hawkins. Created by TV series writers, The Duffer Brothers, the show is canon within the Stranger Things universe. The play focuses on familiar characters from the series, including Jim Hopper and Joyce Maldonado (later Byers), in their younger days. It explores the origins of the supernatural mysteries that would later consume Hawkins and introduces new characters and storylines that deepen the lore of the Stranger Things universe. Through stunning set design and an atmospheric blend of live effects and storytelling, The First Shadow offers fans a hauntingly beautiful experience that builds on the mythology of the show.

The debut dozen have been revealed! The 12 winners of The Stage Debut Awards collected their well-earned trophies at a glittering ceremony in London's West End today (29 September).

This year 49 nominees across eight categories were in the spotlight, representing performers, composers, designers, writers, lyricists and directors whose work premiered on stages across the UK in the previous year. 

Olivier Award nominee Jack Wolfe, scooped the Best West End Debut Performer award for his enormously compelling and vocally accomplished performance as Gabe in Next To Normal at Wyndham’s Theatre. Wolfe emerged as the people’s West End favourite (it’s the only category decided by public vote) from a strong shortlist that included Will Close for Dear England; Billy Crudup in Harry Clarke; Toheeb Jimoh in Player Kings; Francesca Amewudah-Rivers in Romeo and Juliet; Ed Larkin in The Little Big Things; Grace Hodgett Young in Sunset Boulevard and Louis McCartney in Stranger Things: The First Shadow.

Such was the level of talent at this year's ceremony that Best Performer in a Play AND Best Performer in a Musical were both shared by two performers! Ellie-May Sheridan’s scene-stealing turn in London Tide at the National Theatre and Louis McCartney’s menacingly mercurial performance in Stranger Things: The First Shadow at the Phoenix Theatre both took home the prize in the play category. Best Performer in a Musical award was shared between Jeevan Braich for his vocal prowess and impressive roller skating skills in Starlight Express at the Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre, and Grace Hodgett Young who won the award for her impressive performance in Jamie Lloyd’s hit revival Sunset Boulevard at the Savoy Theatre.

The current wealth of new-writing talent in the industry was resoundingly acknowledged this year with the Best Writer award going to two upcoming industry stars. Sam Grabiner for Boys on the Verge of Tears at Soho Theatre shared the accolade with Azuka Oforka for The Women of Llanrumney at Sherman Theatre, Cardiff. More awards on the night recognising talent behind the scenes included Best Creative West End Debut, which was given to Bush Theatre’s associate artistic director Daniel Bailey for his dynamic and sensitively directed production of Tyrell Williams’ Red Pitch. The production enjoyed a hugely successful West End transfer to @sohoplace. 

This year’s directing accolade went to Sophie Drake who was honoured with the Best Director award for The Bleeding Tree at Southwark Playhouse Borough. The judges said Drake “infused finesse into all aspects of this dark, grisly anti-fairytale”. For the first time, all nominees in this category were women, and the award was presented by the acclaimed BAFTA nominated director and Bush Theatre’s artistic director Lynette Linton.

The unforgettable and now iconic video design for Jamie Lloyd’s Sunset Boulevard at the Savoy Theatre was recognised in the Best Designer award, which Nathan Amzi and Joe Ransom took home. Jack Godfrey won the Best Composer, Lyricist, or Book Writer award for his all-round talents bringing 42 Balloons at The Lowry, Salford, a charming new musical success story, to life. The Stage editor Alistair Smith commented on the celebrations: “The judges were in complete awe of the talent on display from all our winners. In many cases, it felt almost inconceivable these could be their professional debuts such was the level of skill on show. "At a time when there has been much talk about how difficult it is for new playwrights to break through, the judges were particularly pleased to be able to recognise two superb winners in the Best Writer category for the first time, such was the quality of the shortlist."

Built on the site of the Alcazar Music Hall, The Phoenix Theatre opened its doors in 1930 with Noel Coward’s Private Lives starring Noel Coward himself alongside Laurence Olivier. To mark the occasion of Coward turning 70, the theatre named the bar in the foyer in his honour. The design of the theatre is modelled on the traditional Italian theatre, and incorporates golden engraving, decorative ceilings, sculpted wooden doors, red seats, carpets and curtains. In the 1990s, the theatre was home to the highly successful and much-loved Blood Brothers written by Willy Russell. The show remained here for a huge 21 years, finally closing in Nov 2012. More recently, the theatre was home to the West End premiere of Come From Away, before some strange things started happening on Charing Cross Road... 

What are the best seats at the Phoenix Theatre? 

There are three floors at the Phoenix Theatre consisting of Stalls, Dress Circle and Grand Circle. The slight rake in the Stalls aids in providing good views of the stage, including the seats that are a little further in distance from the stage. The Dress Circle also offers good views of the stage. That said, the rake in this section isn’t as noticeable as it is in some other theatres. The highest floor of the theatre, the Grand Circle, is surprisingly close to the stage, which is great for feeling involved in the action occurring on stage. 

Phoenix Theatre seating plan

Stranger Things: A First Shadow’s West End run goes (Demogorg)on and on and on! Sonia Friedman Productions and Netflix announce that the critically acclaimed paranormal prequel will be extending its stay at the Phoenix Theatre until 14 December 2024. After its success at the WhatsOnStage and Olivier Awards, we expect these new dates will be quickly snapped up, so Hopper to it and book your tickets with our exclusive prices today!

The brand-new stage adaptation of the global Netflix smash made its world premiere in the capital last year. Written by the series creators, the Duffer Brothers, alongside Harry Potter and the Cursed Child’s Jack Thorne, and Stranger Things Kate Trefry, you know it was always going to be good! The critics agree, WhatsOnStage awarded the show Best New Play, whilst the Olivier awards have nominated the production in five categories, including Best Entertainment Play, Best Director and Best Set Design. The show has received a host of 5-star reviews, with the Guardian calling the sci-fi sage, ‘breathtaking theatre’.

The Oliviers are crazy about Sunset Boulevard​! The cinematic revival of the classic Andrew Lloyd Webber musical has picked up an incredible 11 nominations at the 2024 awards, including Best Director, Best Musical Revival and Best Theatre Choreographer, as well as nods for its leads Nicole Scherzinger and Tom Francis. Dear England is hot on their heels (we hope they don't get a foul for it), with the National Theatre production scoring nine nominations - the most for any play this year. 

We'll have to wait until Sunday 14 April 2024 to know whether the prized statue will be 'coming home' to Rupert Goold (Dear England) or if they get knocked out of the group stages. Stranger Things have happened...

The ceremony will return to the Royal Albert Hall, and will be presented by Emmy winner and multi-Olivier nominee Hannah Waddingham. See the full list of nominees below:

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