About Stranger Things: The First Shadow

Stranger Things: The First Shadow at the Phoenix Theatre is set in Hawkins in 1959, before the events of Stranger Things. It follows young Jim Hopper, Bob Newby and Joyce Maldonado as their ordinary lives are disrupted by the arrival of new student Henry Creel.

Brought to life by a multi-award-winning creative team, the production uses theatrical storytelling and stagecraft to return to the beginning of the Stranger Things story. The show draws on the world of Hawkins and the events that shape what comes next.

Running time: approx. 3 hrs including an interval.

Before you book

Recommended for ages 12+. Under 5s are not permitted, and under 16s must be accompanied by an adult aged 18 or over. The production contains gunfire audio, loud noises, explosions, haze, smoke, flashing lights and strobe, strong language, and depictions of mental health conditions and disorders.

The venue opens 90 minutes before the start time. Arrive by 30 minutes before the performance, as latecomers will be admitted at a suitable point, which may be the interval. No exchanges or refunds are available after purchase.

Accessible performances are scheduled for Sunday 20th September 2026 at 15:00 (BSL Interpreted), Sunday 27th September 2026 at 15:00 (Audio Described), Sunday 4th October 2026 at 15:00 (Captioned), and Sunday 6th December 2026 at 15:00 (Captioned).

Venue

Phoenix Theatre, Charing Cross Rd, London WC2H 0JP.

For accessibility information, contact 0333 009 5399, Monday to Sunday, 9am-8pm.

Description supplied by the event organiser.