"The production value was incredible. It's like you are in the actual show. The story was really great too. The main actors were outstanding. I highly recommend it. For little kids, it's too scary. I'd say 13+ if they are okay watching Stranger Things."
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Alexander A from Houston on Jul 9, 2025
Stranger Things is pure horror with Broadway talent
"We just went to see Stranger Things the first shadow at the Marquis theater in NYC. Recommend if you are a fan of the show or not. A one of a kind Broadway experience full of amazing sets, great characters, and horror movie level scares. It was incredible and we loved it."
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Broadway.com Customer on Jul 7, 2025
AWESOME
"Amazing show! The main actor was awesome! You could feel his energy. Electrifying show. If you’re a fan of Stranger Things, I highly recommend. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Jul 7, 2025
Spectacular piece of Theatre.
"For fans of the Stranger Things Netflix series this is a must see. Even if you've never seen it before it is still essential viewing.
Not only is there some singing, dancing, jokes and romance, the show is based around the origins of the supernatural happenings in 1960s USA town of Hawkins.
The unique feature of this show, however, are the jaw dropping special effects. I was amazed at how they managed to achieve them in live theatre, and how seamlessly the actors interacted with them.
This show us a must see."
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Ian S from Oldham on Jul 6, 2025
Must see !!
"I loved how dynamic the theatrics were in this show. It keep my interest the entire time. I would see it a second time!"
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Broadway.com Customer on Jul 6, 2025
Wonderful
"An immersive experience expanding on the Lore of Stranger Things that is true to beloved characters. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Jul 6, 2025
Bravo !
"Impressionnant !
Pas un spectacle c’est une expérience !"
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Broadway.com Customer on Jul 4, 2025
Blew me away
"This show exceeded my expectations which were already high to begin with. The effects, the actors, the amazing story. It felt like I was watching an episode of stranger things and couldn’t believe this was a stage production. Highly recommend this show to everyone!!! A must see. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Jul 3, 2025
Amazing
"The stage craft was incredible. How many stages did they have within the stage?
Henry Kreel was fabulous!"
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Broadway.com Customer on Jul 2, 2025
Amazing! You have to see it!
"The most fantastic show I've ever seen - amazing effects, suspenseful, and the children delighted!"
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Eliza C from Gdynia on Jul 2, 2025
Great Prequel show
"Fantastic show, awesome staging and special effects. The cast members did a terrific job introducing characters that are beloved in the series and telling an amazing back story for what is to follow. Standing ovation at the end of the show very well deserved."
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Deb D from Cherry Hill on Jun 29, 2025
Amazing Amazing Amazing 👏
"Me and my wife had our first broadway experience to see Stranger things and we were not disappointed. From setting foot in the theatre till the end of the show it was incredible. The show itself was faultless, the production was beyond incredible and the performance of all the cast was 100% professional, they seriously put a show on. I would recommend this no problem. Don't hesitate, you need to see this show."
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Kenneth O from Glasgow on Jun 28, 2025
Simply magical
"This was the best show I’ve ever seen in my life. Even though it was live it felt like a special effects movie. From the first 5 minutes to the last scene it was so good. Honestly this review isn’t doing it justice. I’ve never seen anything like this before. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Jun 27, 2025
A grandson’s delight
"So so smart—appealing to both fans of the show and those who have never watched it. Clever use of special effects without ever losing the heart of the characters. Why didn’t the star of the Show win a Tony?"
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Broadway.com Customer on Jun 27, 2025
Amazing!!!
"If you like stranger things the series you're going to absolutely love this! Performance and effects were fantastic! Highly recommend!"
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Michael O from Fort Collins on Jun 26, 2025
Big Stranger Things fan!
"Whole family into Stranger Things so this sounded like something we’d enjoy. Great special effects, mixed in some humorous moments, and tied it all into the TV series - definitely a great experience."
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Broadway.com Customer on Jun 26, 2025
Phenomenal!
"This play was beyond expectations! The visuals, the performance, everything was amazing! This was my daughter's first Broadway show and I am so glad this was a wonderful first experience!"
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Cheryl A from Windsor Mill on Jun 26, 2025
Great Show
"Wow! What an amazing, well done production! You really feel like you’re in an episode of the show! Cast was phenomenal! "
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Broadway.com Customer on Jun 24, 2025
AMAZING!!!
"I loved it! It was even better than I was expecting it to be. I would watch it again."
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Shasta A from Sherrills Ford on Jun 23, 2025
Awesome show
"Our 14 year old nephew who is not a fan of Broadway or seen the show loved it! "
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Ariana O from Chicago on Jun 22, 2025
Absolutely amazing show!!!!
"Loved everything about this show, the characters were so good and it was the perfect prequel!"
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Broadway.com Customer on Jun 20, 2025
Loads of Fun
"This was hands down the best production I have ever seen anywhere! I can see why it got Tony’s for light, sound, and set design - all brilliant.
Kept me and the rest of the audience entirely entertained until the final curtain. Bravo!"
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Kurt O from Canton on Jun 20, 2025
AMAZING
"One of the best plays I have ever been to. Love the special effects and acting was phenomenal."
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Broadway.com Customer on Jun 20, 2025
Absolutely amazing!!
"My kids were engaged the entire time even after a full day of travel and NYC walking. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Jun 20, 2025
Really fun show for Stranger Things fans
"Amazing set, tech and special effects. The story was both funny and scary. "
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About
Stranger Things: The First Shadow
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.
