About
A new play by Kate Trefry set in Hawkins in 1959, before the Stranger Things story begins. It follows young Jim Hopper, Bob Newby’s sister and Joyce Maldonado when Henry Creel arrives.
What to expect
Set in Hawkins in 1959, the play follows young Jim Hopper, Bob Newby’s sister and Joyce Maldonado as new student Henry Creel arrives.
- Written by Kate Trefry
- Rooted in the Stranger Things world
- Created by a multi-award-winning creative team
Dates
Questions
When does Stranger Things - The First Shadow start and end?
Stranger Things - The First Shadow is on Friday, 13 November 2026, 19:00.
Where is Stranger Things - The First Shadow?
Stranger Things - The First Shadow takes place at Phoenix Theatre, 110 Charing Cross Road, London.
Is it linked to the TV series?
Yes. The play is rooted in the mythology and world of the Netflix global phenomenon. Kate Trefry, a writer and co-executive producer for the TV series, wrote it.
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Getting there
Phoenix Theatre, 110 Charing Cross Road, WC2H 0JN London, England, GB
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