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The Olivier Award-winning prequel to the hit Netflix series arrives on Broadway.

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Stranger Things: The First Shadow Show Times

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Jun 22
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1:00pm
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7:00pm
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Jun 23

No Performances

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Jun 24
7:00pm
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Jun 25
7:00pm
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Jun 26
7:00pm
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Jun 27
7:00pm
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Jun 28
1:00pm 7:00pm
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About Stranger Things: The First Shadow on Broadway

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Duration

2 hours and 45 minutes, with one intermission.
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Audience

Recommended for ages 12 and up. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Children under the age of 5 are not permitted.
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Content Advisory

Contains gunfire audio, loud noises and explosions, haze and smoke, flashing lights, strobe lights, and strong language.
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Late Seating

Performances begin promptly at the posted curtain time. Late seating permitted only at the discretion of management.
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Show Dates

Previews: Mar 28, 2025 • Opening: Apr 22, 2025
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Marquis Theatre Marquis Theatre
46th Street between Broadway & 8th Avenue
New York, NY 10036
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Story

Before the world turned upside down. Hawkins, 1959: a regular town with regular worries. Young Jim Hopper’s car won’t start, Bob Newby’s sister won’t take his radio show seriously and Joyce Maldonado just wants to graduate and get the hell out of town. When new student Henry Creel arrives, his family finds that a fresh start isn’t so easy...and the shadows of the past have a very long reach.

From Netflix and the multi-award-winning Broadway producer Sonia Friedman Productions comes Stranger Things: The First Shadow. Winner of two Olivier Awards including Best Entertainment, this landmark production is brought to life by an award-winning creative team including director Stephen Daldry (The Crown, Billy Elliot, The Inheritance, The Hours, The Reader) and co-director Justin Martin (Prima Facie, The Inheritance). With stunning special effects, extraordinary performances, and a storyline that will keep you on the edge of your seat, this gripping, stand-alone adventure will take you right back to the beginnings of the Stranger Things story.

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"A reminder of what theatre, at its most magical, can do."

Daily Mail

Luke Jones

"Breathtaking theatre. It's irresistible."

The Guardian

Arifa Akbar

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Phenomenal!
"There was good reason this show took home so many Tonys! It was phenomenal! The creativity and quality of the set and the immersive atmosphere were above and beyond. There were a few times I literally jumped and made audible gasps, and neither are typically standard for me! In contrast, there were many moments of laughter as well. Some kids (and maybe some adults) may find it to have scenes that are too scary or disturbing, so keep that in mind; Nothing you wouldn’t see in the show - just more real being that you’re seeing it in person as opposed to on a screen. My companions and I enjoyed it tremendously and wished we could turn around and watch it again at the 7pm showing! We would all very highly recommend it!!! Amazing job everyone!!! 👏 "
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Shannon M from Lake George on Jun 17, 2025
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An epic showdown in Hawkins!
"Incredible story, fantastic chemistry, electric visuals. Overall an unbelievably good show. An absolute must see! Everything about it was perfect. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Jun 16, 2025
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We Couldn't Stop Smiling!!
"From start to finish, this show absolutely riveted our entire family!! I chose this show since my son (12yo) isn't a traditional "broadway" fan, so I wanted to attend a show he would find interesting. He exclaimed, "THAT WAS AWESOME!" as we walked out of the theater. It has been 5 days since we saw the show and we are still raving about it. I never knew special effects could be so elaborate on stage. The plot and actors were sublime. We honestly are thinking of flying back to NYC to see it again!! So incredible! "
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Sheevani I from Parker on Jun 16, 2025
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Shocking
"The effects, the atmosphere, the tension were all so real and so intense. Just a mind blowing experience. And the actors particularly the lead were amazing"
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Jeremy L from Huntington Station on Jun 15, 2025
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If you love Stanger Things this show is a must see.
"This show was amazing. The special effects are over the top and the story works right into the series. I think small children may find some parts frightening, but I would say that about the series as well so should not come as a surprise. Amazing performance and am glad we were able to see it while we were here."
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Winston C from Havre on Jun 13, 2025
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Unbelievably Good!
"I was so engrossed with the story from beginning to end! This was an amazing experience and I highly recommend it."
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Broadway.com Customer on Jun 13, 2025
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An Experience!!!!
"Great production!!! Special effects, acting, humor and energy was off the charts!!!! I’ve been to hundreds of Broadway plays and I’ve never experienced anything like this show!!! Very very entertaining!!!! And a few surprises along the way!!!"
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peter m from Jersey city on Jun 12, 2025
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Best show I have seen!
"I took my husband to see the Broadway show because he's a fan of the series. It was the best show we have seen thus far! The plot and characters were fantastic. It provided insight into the past how it all began and tied nicely with the show's ending. "
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Vanessa Q from Pompano Beach on Jun 11, 2025
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Amazing and unpredictably awesome!
"This show was superb! It was a perfect prequel to the show. Absolutely loved it. On the edge of my seat. Hopper, Joyce, Bob, and Henry were the BEST!"
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Tara B from Tampa on Jun 9, 2025
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Rewatch season 4 before you go!
"I went to see this with a large group. Everyone in the group who completed the series and could recall the events of season 4 LOVED the show. Those that hadn’t completed the series felt a bit lost, but still were enthralled with the special effects anyway. My 12 year old was with me and loved it. Some of the adult humor was over her head, but she asked to go see it again! I highly recommend for fans of the Netflix series see the Broadway show! "
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Elizabeth G from Blackwood on Jun 9, 2025
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Cast & Creative

Cast

Henry Creel
Virginia Creel
Dr. Brenner
Bob Newby
Principal Newby
Joyce Maldonado
Victor Creel
Patty Newby
James Hopper Jr.
Patty's Mom
Charles Sinclair
Sue Anderson
Walter Henderson
Karen Childress
Lonny Byers
Claudia Yount
Chief Hopper
Alan Munson

Creative

Written by
Kate Trefry
Original Story by
The Duffer Brothers, Jack Thorne and Kate Trefry
Based on the Netflix Series "Stranger Things" Created by
The Duffer Brothers
Director
Stephen Daldry
Co-Director
Justin Martin
Creative Producers
The Duffer Brothers
Set Designer
Miriam Buether
Costume Designer
Brigitte Reiffenstuel
Lighting Designer
Jon Clark
Sound Designer
Paul Arditti
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Stranger Things: The First Shadow Schedule

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Marquis Theatre
New York, NY
Sun, Jun 22, 2025
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New York, NY
Sun, Jun 22, 2025
7:00pm
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Wed, Jun 25, 2025
7:00pm
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Marquis Theatre
New York, NY
Thu, Jun 26, 2025
7:00pm
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Marquis Theatre
New York, NY
Fri, Jun 27, 2025
7:00pm
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Marquis Theatre
New York, NY
Sat, Jun 28, 2025
1:00pm
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Stranger Things: The First Shadow
Marquis Theatre
New York, NY
Sat, Jun 28, 2025
7:00pm
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Marquis Theatre
New York, NY
Sun, Jun 29, 2025
1:00pm
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Sun, Jun 29, 2025
7:00pm
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