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Stranger Things Prequel Stage Play Opens on Broadway, Expanding the Series’ Universe

The First Shadow debuts at New York’s Marquis Theatre, blending advanced stagecraft with canonical storytelling that ties directly into the upcoming fifth season of the Netflix hit.

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Overview

  • Stranger Things: The First Shadow officially opened on Broadway on April 22, 2025, following its successful West End premiere in December 2023.
  • Set in 1959 Hawkins, the play explores the origin of Henry Creel (Vecna) and teenage versions of Jim Hopper, Joyce Maldonado, and Bob Newby.
  • The production employs cutting-edge special effects, including practical illusions and jump scares, to replicate the series’ signature horror–sci-fi tone.
  • Written by Kate Trefry with the Duffer Brothers and Jack Thorne, the play is a canonical prequel and narrative bridge to the anticipated fifth season of the show.
  • Netflix’s largest Broadway venture to date reflects its strategy of expanding fan engagement through immersive experiences across multiple mediums.