"What an amazing experience! Actors and story line were flawless! Our 9 and 12 year old children loved it as their first live performance. Probably not for every child however if they are a fan of Stranger Things then I am sure they will love it!"
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Joel Y from Peregian springs on Jul 24, 2025
We were all on the edge of our seat the whole time.
"We really enjoyed the whole experience. It was fun and entertaining. Everyone really got into it. It was super loud at times (but there is a disclaimer). I liked the sets, liked the acting and the story! "
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Alice D from Simpsonville on Jul 23, 2025
Wow!
"Great acting, great effects, great story. My son and I loved the show!!"
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Broadway.com Customer on Jul 21, 2025
Exceeded expectations
"I picked this show hoping it would keep my two teens entertained, but it absolutely blew us away! It far exceeded all our expectations. From start to finish, we were completely captivated; laughing, gasping, and fully immersed the entire time. An all around great experience!"
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Broadway.com Customer on Jul 21, 2025
Incredible performance and effects
"It was amazing and entertaining. The special effects are impeccable, as the story and performance of the cast. I highly recommend it.
Just be careful, maybe children could be scare, because it is too realistic. "
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Natalia L from São paulo on Jul 20, 2025
Must see
"Absolutely loved the show, would highly recommend. The acting was amazing. Louis McCartney was phenomenal!"
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Broadway.com Customer on Jul 20, 2025
Stranger Things
"The show and cast were fabulous. The special effects were incredible. I wouldn't recommend taking young kids as it could be scary.
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Broadway.com Customer on Jul 20, 2025
10 Stars
"It’s a whole new episode to the Stranger Things story! The casting, sets, storyline is all amazingly done! There is not one thing I didn’t like. I would definitely see it again!"
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Holly B from Parlin on Jul 20, 2025
Astonishing
"I loved it so so so much. Special effects were the best I’ve ever seen. Acting was phenomenal. I never write reviews but I felt compelled to write one for this because the world needs to know how amazing it was. Everyone should see this before they die. Game changer for theater. Not once was I dozing off or feeling bored. I was TUNED IN THE ENTIRE TIME. 10/10. Would see it again and I don’t even do repeats. Just stop reading this review and trust me… BOOK THAT TICKET lol. You’re welcome. "
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Tony T from Chicago on Jul 19, 2025
A masterpiece
"I have been a Stranger Things fan since it came out. To be honest I wasn’t sure what to expect from this show, but I have to say that my mind was blown, it moved me. Excellent acting, the stage, the story, everything was incredible. This is a must wacth. "
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Walter R from Westlake Village on Jul 18, 2025
Phenomenal!!!
"This was the best entertainment experience OF MY LIFE!!! I was blown away by every aspect of this show!!! "
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Broadway.com Customer on Jul 18, 2025
Amazing acting and staging
"I brought my 16 year-old granddaughter to see this play. She had followed the Netflix series, watching every episode. So the prequel made sense to her and she had read the reviews as well. I hadn’t seen the television series; but was still so impressed by everyone’s acting as well as the incredible staging."
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Broadway.com Customer on Jul 18, 2025
Loved it!
"Didn’t expect to like it and I loved it. The special effects NY stage shows do are excellent. The shows cast was great!
I think most should see this show. 12 and up for sure. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Jul 18, 2025
Stunning effects and acting
"I really liked the visual effects and audio. Acting was really great and the way all scenes blended to create the story was thoroughly planned. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Jul 17, 2025
A night to remember
"How the hell did they manage to do that? The show had EVERYTHING."
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Broadway.com Customer on Jul 17, 2025
Holy Crap! Must see!
"This was fantastic! The comedy, thrills, and special effects blew our minds. Not best for young kids as it was scary and loud at times, but one of the best shows I have ever seen."
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Megan K from Phoenix on Jul 16, 2025
Amazing!
"We just came back from Stranger Things: The First Shadow and honestly, they’ve done something pretty special here. As a family of four, we weren’t entirely sure how they’d manage to bring the Upside Down to the stage, but they’ve pulled it off brilliantly.
The story was really well done - kept all of us engaged throughout, which is no mean feat when you’re trying to entertain both an 8-year-old and a 15-year-old alongside two adults. The writers clearly knew how to adapt the material for theatre while keeping that Stranger Things feel very much alive.
What really impressed us was the production itself. We’ve seen a few West End and Broadway shows over the years, but this was unlike anything we’d experienced before. The staging and technology they’ve used - we’re still trying to work out how they managed to do it. The special effects were unreal! It’s like they’ve completely reimagined what’s possible on stage. Our 8 & 15 year olds were captivated throughout, and so were we.
The cast were brilliant. The lead characters were amazing - especially the actor playing Henry Creel - it was intense, funny, scary, with plenty of ‘jump’ moments. Live theatre - you can’t beat it!
If you’re considering seeing this, we’d definitely recommend it. Whether you’re a Stranger Things fan or not, it’s the kind of theatrical experience that reminds you why live theatre can be so powerful. All four of us would give it a solid 10/10. Great and memorable night out. "
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Patrick M from Belfast on Jul 14, 2025
Riveting!!
"The effects were amazing! The characters believable and the actors are incredible! "
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Kristi S from Columbia on Jul 14, 2025
You can't just see it once ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
"I went in not knowing what to expect. Being a day one STRANGER THINGS stan i couldn't imagine how a broadway production would be. I have been to my share of broadway shows but i have never in my life seen a production like this. The storyline, the acting, the visual effects is out of this world. Awards need to be handed out not only to the performers but to the writers, stage hands, lighting crew and the sound techs. I strongly would recommend anyone not even fans of the show to come experience this. FYI The actor who plays Joyce in the Broadway production sounds exactly like Winona Rider who plays Joyce in the Netflix show. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Jul 14, 2025
Better than expected.
"First ever broadway show. Visiting from uk and was not disappointed. Storyline and graphics are unbelievable. Highly recommended. "
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Andy H from Sandwich on Jul 14, 2025
Thrillingly made
"Didn’t know what to expect for sure but was mind blowing. The sound effects, production design is amazing. Louis, as Henry Creel, goes above and beyond. I would watch it again."
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Dulcemaria M from Duvall on Jul 14, 2025
Great show
"This show was amazing. Loved the staging and special effects. Can’t wait to see it again. "
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Linda S from Naperville on Jul 13, 2025
11 out of 10
"This show was phenomenal! I went with my daughter and we were both blown away with the show!! At the end we went to stage door and all the actors were so sweet, it was really cool meeting them all!"
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Broadway.com Customer on Jul 12, 2025
Fabulous acting and special effects
"The acting was phenomenal. The special effects were amazing. May be a little much for younger than teens but everyone else will enjoy. While you can watch without watching the series, it definitely made. Ire sense because you knew the characters. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Jul 11, 2025
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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.
