Stranger Things - The First Shadow

Stranger Things: The First Shadow is a new stage play that delves into the origins of the Stranger Things universe. This production is set in Hawkins, 1959, and explores the backstory of characters like Henry Creel, Joyce Maldonado, and Jim Hopper before the events of the TV series. It offers a look at the forces that shaped them and the town's early encounters with the Upside Down. This theatrical prequel runs on Friday, November 13, 2026, at the Marquis Theatre in New York. The Marquis is a Broadway house known for its large-scale productions, making it a fitting setting for this expansion of the Stranger Things narrative. Fans of the show and those interested in character-driven sci-fi will likely find this a compelling evening.