Stranger Things: The First Shadow

Phoenix Theatre

Available to 7 September 2025

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Book Stranger Things: The First Shadow for one of the best plays in London's West End

Brought to life by a multi-award-winning creative team, you're invited to witness the spectacular production that takes you back to the very beginning of the Stranger Things story...

  • Age Guidance: 12+
  • Duration: 3 hours (inc. interval)
  • Venue: Phoenix Theatre, London, WC2H 0JP

Get ready for your world to turn upside down and face the unknown... book Stranger Things: The First Shadow tickets and have them delivered instantly via email & SMS.

About Stranger Things: The First Shadow at the Phoenix Theatre in London

Hawkins, 1959: a regular town with regular worries.

Young Jim Hopper's car refuses to start, Bob Newby's sister won't take his radio show seriously, and Joyce Maldonado spends her days dreaming of leaving the quiet town behind.

However, when new student Henry Creel joins Hawkins High, his family discover that this regular, quiet town isn't so regular or quiet after all.

Starting over isn't so simple when the shadows of the past stretch far and wide, especially in a town where there may be more than meets the eye.  

Winning multiple awards and inspiring dedicated audiences, Stranger Things has become a cultural phenomenon - and now you're invited to experience the Upside Down for yourself. 

Charing Cross Road,
London WC2H 0JP
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Address: Phoenix Theatre, Charing Cross Road, London, WC2H 0JP

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Stranger Things: The First Shadow is 3 hours (inc. interval)

Stranger Things: The First Shadow is suitable for ages 12+. Under 5's are not permitted. Any persons under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult. 

Content Warnings: Please be advised that flashing lights will be used in this production and contains occasional explicit language. The production contains gunfire audio, loud noises, explosions, haze, smoke, flashing lights & strobe, strong language & depictions of mental health conditions & disorders.

The main cast for Stranger Things: The First Shadow is:

  • Henry Creel - Louis Healy
  • Bob Newby - Callum Maxwell
  • Patty Newby - Miranda Mufema
  • Dr Brenner - Luke Mullins
  • Joyce Maldonado - Jessica Rhodes
  • James Hopper Jr - George Smale
  • Chief Hopper - Shane Attwooll
  • Sue Anderson - Rhianna Dorris
  • Lonnie Byers - Jack Crumlin
  • Charles Sinclair - Ammar Duffus
  • Walter Henderson - Jack Gardner
  • Victor Creel - Andy Langtree 
  • Claudia Yount - Betsy Mayle
  • Alan Munson - Michael Murray
  • Virginia Creel - Lauren O’Neil 
  • Principal Newby - Matthew Pidgeon
  • Ted Wheeler - Barney Wilkinson
  • Karen Childress - Edie Wright

Yes, Phoenix Theatre is wheelchair-accessible

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