Sneak Peek at Stranger Things: The First Shadow Released

Stranger Things fans had a reason to celebrate on Stranger Things Day 2023 as they were treated to a first look featurette for the upcoming prequel stage play, “Stranger Things: The First Shadow.” While the wait for Stranger Things 5 continues due to the ongoing actors’ strike, this new prequel promises to provide fans with an exciting new story.

“Stranger Things: The First Shadow” is a live stage production set to open in London’s West End. The extended teaser and behind-the-scenes video released on Stranger Things Day offered insight into the production, with creators Matt and Ross Duffer sharing their thoughts on the stage play’s story and origins. The video also featured interviews with the cast and crew, providing a sneak peek into what fans can expect.

This prequel is set in Hawkins, Indiana, during the late 1950s and focuses on the arrival of a character named Henry Creel. Notably, three of the main characters in the play are young versions of Hopper, Joyce, and Bob.

Matt and Ross Duffer expressed their excitement about the project, praising the collaboration with Stephen Daldry and highlighting the captivating nature of the play’s story. They teased that fans can expect to meet new characters while revisiting familiar ones in a journey into the past that sets the stage for the future of Stranger Things.

Sonia Friedman, a key figure in the theater world, also shared her enthusiasm for the project, emphasizing the rich world and mythology of Stranger Things that serves as a foundation for the stage play. She highlighted the collaboration with the Duffer Brothers and the opportunity to create an exciting theatrical experience for audiences.

“The world and mythology of Stranger Things has enabled a rich and fertile ground for creating an incredible story for the stage,” Sonia Friedman added. “The Duffer Brothers have built a huge global following for good reason, and a world-class creative team has built on their boundless imagination to dream up an unbelievably exciting theatrical event for our audiences. Set within the canon of Stranger Things, this new play opens in London, with the West End hosting the only place in the world to experience this new story – for now. I’m thrilled to reunite with my visionary long-term collaborator Stephen Daldry. Together, with our brilliant Netflix partners, we can’t wait to welcome Stranger Things fans into theatre, and theatregoers into the realm of Stranger Things.”

While “Stranger Things: The First Shadow” is set to open in London’s West End, it’s expected to be a unique and thrilling addition to the Stranger Things universe, offering fans a fresh perspective on the beloved series.

As fans eagerly await more information about this prequel stage play, Stranger Things Day continues to be a day of excitement and anticipation for all things Stranger Things.

What are your thoughts on the upcoming Stranger Things prequel stage play, “Stranger Things: The First Shadow”? Are you excited to explore the 1950s era of Hawkins, Indiana, and the new characters it introduces? Leave us a comment below.