Stranger Things: The First Shadow

This was a fantastic production with stunning visual effects that truly brought the world of Stranger Things to life on stage. The stage design and presentation were incredibly creative and immersive, making the experience feel both exciting and atmospheric from start to finish. The performances were outstanding, with all the main characters delivering strong and convincing portrayals. Each actor captured the essence of their character, adding depth and emotion to the story and keeping the audience fully engaged throughout the show. Although it is connected to the TV series, this stage production offers a completely different experience. It focuses on the origins of the story and provides valuable background that enhances the overall Stranger Things universe, even for those already familiar with the series. I would highly recommend this production to anyone who is a fan of the Stranger Things TV show, as well as to those looking for an exciting and visually impressive theatre experience.

Wow, everything was executed with exceptional precision. The acting, the effects, and the overall production quality were truly outstanding. The storyline was captivating, especially as it takes place before the events of the series, and it added a unique depth to the whole experience Honestly, this is one of the best theatre productions I’ve ever attended. A huge thank you to the entire team for delivering such a polished and unforgettable performance 👏🏻💙

A truly great production and a must-see for Stranger Things fans. The effects, acting and story line were all wonderful. We were in the stalls- row H, seats 19-22 which provided full, close, unobstructed viewing.

Great show. A must-see if you appreciate innovative staging and unconventional storytelling. It was a bit scarier than I expected, but visually striking throughout. The acting was superb. The team clearly took a risk with a new and unusual approach and, in my view, it paid off. It is the kind of experience that leaves lasting impressions and will stay with me for years. Wishing the entire team continued success and the energy to keep the show running strong.

True immersive stage experience, one of the best shows I have ever seen in London. It’s the official prequel to Netflix’s global phenomenon and I think it’s a must see spectacle. I love the mind-blowing stagecraft, telekinetic effects, eerie puppetry that really push theatrical boundaries. I was really impressed with the chilling effects that created in the live show. Actors were all outstanding, especially the one who played Henry Creel, absolutely sensational.

Stranger Things was great. It was an awesome prelude to the TV show, this is a must see for all fans. Theater was a little warm, but they gave complimentary water. Snacks were good and reasonably priced. Jumbo cookies were 3.00 or two for 4.00 pounds that’s a no brainer. Enjoy

Amazing production, thoroughly enjoyed the special effects 🎭. Booked in advance on Todaytix with some discount for my birthday, the dress circle has great views. The staff especially one person who went above and beyond was so accommodating making sure I felt comfortable due to my mobility issues and took me to my seat. Came to check that I was ok at interval and after the show. It was great that we could have our drinks and snacks delivered to our seats that helps out so much being able to pre order. This theatre having a lift and accessible toilets on the ground floor and on the dress circle made my experience much more comfortable, amazing this theatre has it.

As a Stranger Things fan, this show is a really mixed bag for me. Though I seem to be in the minority here. Visually, this is one of, if not the best, stage shows I’ve ever seen in my life. The way they blend real sets with screens is absolutely seamless and incredibly impressive. As for the story, I wasn’t a big fan. I don’t see many reasons why this part of Henry Creel/Vecna’s story needed to be told before the final season, especially since it reveals a lot we already know from Season 4. The show also feels about 20 minutes too long, and the pacing is pretty atrocious at times. This is mostly due to the side plot with Hopper, Joyce, and Bob. While it’s fun to see familiar faces again, and the actors do feel like believable younger versions of the characters we know, their storyline just isn’t that engaging compared to Henry’s. It also feels tonally inconsistent with the rest of the play. At times, the production is dark, gruesome, and genuinely scary, like a proper horror story brought to the stage. But the next minute, people are dancing, singing, and cracking high school jokes. The show struggles to find the fine balance that the TV series does so well between fun, nostalgic mystery and horror. In my eyes, it’s not really a must-see before the final season, but maybe that will change once the last season releases and they tie some elements from the stage show into it.