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Before the Upside Down, before Eleven, there was Hawkins, 1959. The prequel to Netflix's phenomenon takes theatrical storytelling to a whole new dimension at the Phoenix Theatre. Follow young Jim Hopper, Bob Newby, and Joyce Maldonado as the arrival of Henry Creel sets dark events in motion. Winner of the 2024 Olivier Award for Best Entertainment.
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The current London cast features Jack Christou as Henry Creel, Stewart Clarke as Dr Brenner, Adam Wadsworth as James Hopper Jr., Max Potter as Bob Newby, Edie Wright as Joyce Maldonado, and Avril Maponga as Patty Newby. The role of Alice Creel is shared by Maya Guinoubi, Tabitha Morley, Phoenix Hamer, and Emilia Rose.
The play features an original story by the Duffer Brothers, Jack Thorne (Harry Potter and the Cursed Child), and Kate Trefry, with the script by Kate Trefry. It's directed by Stephen Daldry (Billy Elliot) with co-direction by Justin Martin. The creative team includes set by Miriam Buether, costumes by Brigitte Reiffenstuel, lighting by Jon Clark, sound by Paul Arditti, and illusions by Jamie Harrison and Chris Fisher.
Stranger Things: The First Shadow won the 2024 Olivier Award for Best Entertainment. The production received outstanding reviews across the board, with critics praising its groundbreaking stagecraft. It has since opened on Broadway at the Marquis Theatre. Now in its third year in London, it's one of the West End's most innovative productions.
The play is recommended for ages 12 and above. Children under 5 are not permitted. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. The content level is consistent with the TV show.
The performance runs for approximately 3 hours
including one interval.
The production contains gunfire audio
loud noises and explosions
haze and smoke
flashing lights and strobe effects
and strong language. There are depictions of various mental health conditions and disorders.
Readmission to the auditorium during the show cannot be guaranteed - you may be held for a period before being taken back to your seats. If you need to leave
you could miss significant portions.
Latecomers will be admitted at a suitable break. Given the 3-hour runtime and complex plot
arriving on time is strongly recommended.
Photography and video recording are not permitted during the performance.
The play runs for approximately 3 hours
including one interval.
Yes! Stranger Things: The First Shadow marks Netflix's first venture into theatrical productions
produced in partnership with Sonia Friedman Productions.
The play is at the Phoenix Theatre
110 Charing Cross Road
London WC2H 0JP. The nearest tube station is Tottenham Court Road.
Evening performances are Tuesday to Saturday at 7pm. Matinee performances are Friday
Saturday
and Sunday at 1pm.
Yes
the Phoenix Theatre cloakroom accepts suitcases
heavy bags
rucksacks
and pushchairs (but not coats). It opens 90 minutes before the show.
110 Charing Cross Rd, WC2H 0JP
Leicester Square, Tottenham Court Road
Charing Cross
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