"I really loved this show! The acting was incredible, and the special effects were amazing. I'm not sure it's the best fit for very young kids, though, since some scenes were pretty loud. I also really liked how they interacted with the audience."
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Broadway.com Customer on Jun 15, 2026
Amazing!
"This play was amazing in so many ways. I saw Stranger Things this weekend with my 14 yr old niece. We both watched the series on Netflix. First of all, Victor De Paula Rocha was just incredible at playing the part of Henry. His acting really drew you into the character sometimes feeling compassion and other times downright fearful. The story with the stage effects in addition to the acting of all the cast was so engaging. At the end of the show, the entire audience was on their feet for an overwhelming standing ovation. Hoping to see the Duffer Brothers create a new series with the younger group on the show! Would see this play again!"
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Broadway.com Customer on Jun 15, 2026
Best special effects
"Amazing special effects in this show. Recommend only for children 10 and up who are familiar and comfortable with scary content and startles. You lose a bit of the effects if you are sitting under the mezzanine (but not too much). "
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Broadway.com Customer on Jun 14, 2026
Theater for those who don't even like theater
"This show was captivating! I'm not usually a fan of theater, and even my best experiences with theater would find me still noticing the actors on stage acting and watching to find the tricks and illusions while quietly wishing the audio was done differently or thinking of ways they could have improved the production.
From start to finish I was emotionally held by the characters, not noticing the human actors behind them. I was memorized by the effects in the production, and I was completely lost in the audio.
I look forward to returning at some point to see this same show again!!"
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Broadway.com Customer on Jun 14, 2026
Great!
"Great show! Tech was amazing! The show was on point. In line with the story and explains past history of the show. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Jun 14, 2026
Nothing Short of SPECTACULAR
"Choreography, acting, the sets were all just amazing. The show went from incredible to amazing to stupendous.
Thank you for this first experience of Broadway."
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patricia p from silver spring on Jun 12, 2026
Amazing show!
"It really explained how it all started and the show ends where the Netflix series begins. I don’t know how you all did some of the special effects in a live show it absolutely blew my mind! You don’t have to see the Netflix series to appreciate the show however for a fan like myself it made everything complete. Thank you to all the cast and people behind the scenes that I’m not aware of it was an incredible experience!"
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Gary M from Russellville on Jun 12, 2026
Loved it!
"Loved every minute of this show. We loved the television series and made it a point to come to NY to see Stranger Things. The cast is amazingly talented and really did a spectacular job from beginning to end. "
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Sarah J from LAS VEGAS on Jun 10, 2026
Special Effects were AMAZING!
"If you ever watched Stranger Things and enjoyed the sci-fi world, you’ll love this show. This show was filled with so many special effects from people flying, to objects coming out of the ceiling to the entire production showcase. The main character was phenomenal. We had 4th row seats and they were spectacular. However, I would not recommend this show to children under the age of 10 due to the loud noises, bloody parts, darkness, and scary scenes. But overall this show checked all the boxes. "
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Lisa T from Wallingford on Jun 9, 2026
Amazing show start to finish.
"I brought my two daughters ages 14 & 6. I was worried that the show’s length of time would be too long for my 6 year old but to my surprise she stayed engaged and even said that the show was her favorite part of our New York trip!"
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Stephen P from Humble on Jun 8, 2026
Incredible
"The show is stunning, the effects are amazing and the acting is superb! A perfect show!!!"
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Cynthia L from Grosse Pointe Woods on Jun 8, 2026
It was an incredible experience! Must Go!
"I had my 12yr old with me and she loved the show! All the actors/actresses were so great and the actor who player Henry was top notch! You must watch Stranger Things before this season Broadway show but otherwise the show was💋."
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ulker n from Boca raton on Jun 7, 2026
Amazing!
"I had intended to fully enjoy this show— and was blown away by how it was so much more than I could have imagined. The story is fun, fully of Easter eggs while still being fresh. The sound, visuals and music were so technically perfect and made it feel like an immersive experience. I would highly recommend this for viewers 10 and up— it was pretty scary at times which I fully appreciated but may not be suitable for younger humans."
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Abby H from Kearny on Jun 7, 2026
Gooo see it.
"Amazing set, and spectacular acting. Oh can't forget glimpses of humor. Brava everyone involved."
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Broadway.com Customer on Jun 7, 2026
Go see this show!!
"I thought the show was exceptional! There were so many amazing details and the special effects and actors were great.In my opinion I don’t think this show would be great for children because of the graphic nature of some scenes. I enjoyed the show very, very much!!!"
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Jay M from Sioux Falls on Jun 1, 2026
My review of stranger things the broadway show
"The show was amazing. The cast were brilliant. The props and special effects were awesome . Not knowing the background story to the TV series , 15min into the show I started getting the gist of what was going on and from there on the show just got better. It was also my first broadway show and I loved it. "
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Wayne D from Dallas on May 30, 2026
Blew my mind!
"I had heard great things about this show but it still managed to completely exceed my expectations. Set design was so thoughtful and unique, acting was exceptional and pace was perfect. Started and ended with a bang! 100% would see it again."
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Amantha A from Venice on May 26, 2026
Amazing tech
"Even if you've never seen Stranger Things on Netflix this show is a must. The tech (and acting of course) is "stranger" than anything you've ever seen. I would see it again! "
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Broadway.com Customer on May 26, 2026
Tick Tock
"Mind blowing effects, funny and unforgettable!!!"
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Broadway.com Customer on May 26, 2026
Mind blowing
"I bought the tickets to celebrate my son’s graduation from college in NYC. This is more than I could have hoped for. Great cast, acting, special effects and overall experience. I love that the actors came into the audience, even upstairs . The mind flayer shocked me. The only reason I marked unsure for children…. Is that it is the parent’s discretion. Overall I’m coming back to see it again with my other son!!!!!! Thank you!!!!!!!"
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Doriann J from Pasadena on May 25, 2026
Great
"Starts a little slow but then becomes awesome. The stage craft was wonderful."
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Broadway.com Customer on May 25, 2026
Set design and acting worth a world-class award!
"We took three kids, boys aged 12 and girl aged 10. The 10 year old did want to leave at one point because she thought it was scary, but she was glad she stayed! The set design, the digital projections, the costuming - this was one of the greatest shows I've ever experienced. Having watched the series in full, I knew some of the backstory, but even if you have never seen a single episode it's ok! The characters were so well developed and mirrored a "typical high school experience" so well. The story line had so many little tendrils that people of all ages and demographics can relate to: PTSD resulting from war-time service, dynamics between parents and children, (low key) racial dynamics, misogyny and powerful retorts to it. It has excellent subtlety for more mature audience members that is lost on the younger audience, which was appreciated. The interactive moments of the show are very very well done. It's horror, make no mistake but I'd say it's 30% horror/above-mild graphic content, 40% psychological suspense/horror/drama, and 30% levity and intersections of scenes. I cannot overstress how amazing the set design is. You are transported to the 1950s. "
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Broadway.com Customer on May 24, 2026
A truly remarkable experience
"This show is like no other show I’ve ever seen. Of course the special effects are phenomenal, but the cast is top-notch. Now I want to go back and watch the TV show again. Truly an experience I will never forget! Thank you cast and crew of Stranger Things the First Shadow!!!!"
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Cyndy L from Grosse Pointe Woods on May 24, 2026
Spectacular - A Must Watch Brilliant Production
"Great production, spectacular details and representation of some of the key scenes and facts of the series brilliantly reflected on stage. My 15 tear old son and I just loved each and every part of the play, 3 hrs was not enough and cant wait to see the following oarts of the triology. Thank You.
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deniz k from NEW YORK on May 22, 2026
Just like being on set
"I loved the atmosphere, special effects, storyline, seamless weaving of the series with live theatre. The backstory is so creative. The pre-show music gets you out of the 80s and back in the 50s. The special effects pull you inside the storyline."
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Melissa M from Spring on May 20, 2026
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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.
