"Wonderful show that I wasn’t sure about when I bought the tickets. Ok for teens but younger wouldn’t suggest. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Apr 6, 2025
Fabulous!
"If you are a fan of the show, you will love the Broadway story. If your kids are ok with the Netflix show, they are ok with the Broadway show. They really did a fabulous job - exceeded our expectations!"
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Broadway.com Customer on Apr 5, 2025
Speechless
"We enjoyed the whole show. We felt we were part of the show."
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Guillermo C from VALHALLA on Apr 5, 2025
Edge of my seat
"This production was amazing . We went as a family .. 2 adults and 1 child 12 years old. The acting was top notch and “Henry” was amazing! We were mesmerized at one point. The show keeps you on the edge of your seat and immersed in the story . Lastly, the special effects were out of this world .. you could feel them and at times the show felt 3D. I couldn’t recommend more! (And the theater is very nice).
We already want to go back and see it a second time. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Jan 30, 2026
Huge Fans of Stranger Things show
"This production was out of this world. It manage to exceed my very high expectations.
I cannot recommend this enough."
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Broadway.com Customer on Jan 18, 2026
Outstanding!
"I have not kept current with all the Stranger Things seasons, so when my daughter asked to see it when she visited me in New York, I was not super enthusiastic. However, it was AMAZING. You absolutely do not need to have seen any of the episodes to follow along. Truly incredible theatre experience. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Jan 18, 2026
Amazing
"What an amazing show! I want to see it again. And restart the show from the beginning lol"
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Christine B from Pottstown on Dec 31, 2025
What a show!
"This show was great from the storyline to the actors to the special effects! Huge Stranger Things fan and this correlated with the show very nicely.
Would definitely recommend! "
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Broadway.com Customer on Dec 28, 2025
It blows my mind
"Wow wow wow, just wow. Amazing play. I could go again "
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Broadway.com Customer on Dec 27, 2025
Opening act was just awesome !!
"One of the best shows I’ve seen in a long time. The cast were amazing.!!!"
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lisa v from davie on Dec 23, 2025
family fun
"Our family of 5 really enjoyed this. We are all fans of the tv series and this didn’t disappoint. I was worried it would be too long for kids but my 10 thoroughly enjoyed it"
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Broadway.com Customer on Dec 23, 2025
Amazing staging
"This is a magnificent production. While I said not recommended for children, I did take my 9, 11 and almost 13 year old grandchildren. They LOVED it but they are true devotees of the TV series. There are truly scary moments, adult language and sexual innuendos (which mostly escaped my grands.) "
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Martha S from Ponte Vedra Beach on Dec 9, 2025
Great addition to the Stranger Things Franchise
"The production level is top notch.
Definitely see it if you are a Stranger Things fan.
I recommend it also to those who are not a ST fan. This is theatre at its best. "
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Michael M from Henderson on Nov 9, 2025
First broadway show
"This was our first broadway show and it did not disappoint! This show take up the whole stage so if your sitting under the balcony you are unable to see the entire show as far at vertical scenes which was disappointing. An obstructed view notice in those seats would have been nice."
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Sheryl K from Fishers on Oct 18, 2025
Jaw Dropping FX
"From a technical standpoint, this was literally the greatest stage production I have ever seen. Surprisingly, the script and acting were also top rate. This is a show that can never be replicated with a traveling company. See it in this theater. I want to go back and see what I missed the first time."
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Sean M from Cary on Sep 28, 2025
So immersive and well acted !
"Very convincing actors in a strong immersive show. Powerful sound and amazing special effects.
Not easy to resume 4 seasons of a TV show on stage. They did it very well. 👏👏"
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Broadway.com Customer on Sep 27, 2025
Special effects are really something!
"Very entertaining show with superb acting and amazing special effects. Definitely easier to follow if you're familiar with the Netflix hit but not completely necessary. Nice theater. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Sep 20, 2025
Beyond exciting.
"I didn’t know what to expect when looking to attend this stage production. Was beyond excited that it was such an EVENT. Highly recommend."
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Jason P from Muncie on Sep 19, 2025
Great special effects with a scary plot
"I really liked the show, but it was 30 minutes too long…"
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Douglas B from Winter Garden on Sep 18, 2025
Insightful
"Amazing prequel to the Netflix series! Also extremely insightful going into S5 and understanding the shows past/origins! Highly recommend going to watch it!"
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Aaron S from chestnut hill on Sep 9, 2025
Great show highly recommend
"This was an amazing Broadway show. I liked every detail of the show. It was entertaining the first and the second act kept my interest. I highly recommend an encourage that you see the show if you have the opportunity."
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Tiffany H from Charlotte on Sep 7, 2025
Well done, language a little strong for younger children
"Thoroughly enjoyed the show, the special effects were excellent and the story was on target, although fast paced and a bit hard to follow at times. My kids told me that seeing Season 4 would have helped me appreciate certain characters more."
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Broadway.com Customer on Aug 25, 2025
Action packed
"Amazing special effects, staging and lighting had you captivated from the beginning. The storyline was convincing as a prequel and my eyes could not take in all the action that was happening. Audience members were on the edge of their seats engrossed in the story and often responded vocally to what was occurring on stage. Those sensitive to loud noise and flashing lights should not attend.
Highly recommended. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Aug 24, 2025
Amazed by the sets
"The show was excellent for any true Stranger Things loving fan but even a newby will have an appreciation for the story and no matter a persons connection to the show, the visual effects on stage are stunning and keeps your eyes completely engaged with the ideas of what they will see next. This all happens while you're only using half your seat because of enthralling anticipation for what could possibly be next"
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Bill L from Brookhaven on Aug 18, 2025
Best Show Ever!
"I have seen a ton of Broadway shows in my 53 years, and I have never seen one as all around phenomenal as this one. Janie Brookshire as the mom, Alison Jaye as Joyce, and Louis McCartney as Henry were spectacular; the whole ensemble blew me away! I highly recommend this play!"
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Jenny R from LAGUNA BEACH on Aug 17, 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.
