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Stranger Things: The First Shadow - A Broadway Supernatural Journey

Fans of the hit Netflix series 'Stranger Things' have a groundbreaking theatrical experience to look forward to with 'Stranger Things: The First Shadow', a prequel stage production set to debut on the Broadway stage.

The new play, produced in collaboration with the show's creators the Duffer Brothers, promises to delve into the mysterious backstories of key characters like Hopper, Joyce, and Bob Newby during their high school years in Hawkins, Indiana.

Key Details About the Production

Premieres at the Phoenix Theatre in London on December 14, 2023
Written by Kate Hamill, a renowned stage adaptation specialist
Directed by Stephen Daldry, an acclaimed theater and film director
Features a young cast exploring the origins of familiar characters

The production aims to provide deeper context to the supernatural world of Stranger Things, offering fans an intimate look at the characters' early experiences and the mysterious forces that would later shape their lives.

With its innovative storytelling and connection to the beloved Netflix series, 'Stranger Things: The First Shadow' represents an exciting expansion of the franchise into live theater, promising to captivate both die-hard fans and newcomers to the Stranger Things universe.

Character Backstory Play on FusePop