Stranger Things: The First Shadow
Stranger Things: The First Shadow is a stage play based on the Netflix Original Series Stranger Things. The play acts a prequel to the events of the series. It is being produced by Sonia Friedman's production company in conjunction with Netflix and will premiere in late 2023 at the Phoenix Theatre at the West End in London.
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Written by | Kate Trefry Original Story by
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Based on | Stranger Things by The Duffer Brothers |
Directed by | Stephen Daldry |
Place premiered | Phoenix Theatre, London |
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Premise
Set in 1959, the play will focus on young Jim Hopper and Joyce Maldonado dealing with 'the shadows of the past'.
Production
In July 2022, it was revealed that a spin-off stage play and a spinoff series was in the works.[1] The stage play will be produced by Sonia Friedman and Stephen Daldry.[2] On March 1, 2023, it was announced as Stranger Things: The First Shadow.[3] The first performance of Stranger Things: The First Shadow will be 17th November 2023.[4]
References
- "Netflix announces 'Stranger Things' spin-off as creators form new production company". CNBC. BBC News. July 7, 2022. Retrieved July 7, 2022.
- "Stranger Things spin-offs to include play made by British theatre duo". www.bbc.co.uk. BBC News. July 7, 2022. Retrieved July 7, 2022.
- Huff, Lauren (March 1, 2023). "Stranger Things to get stage play about 1959 Hawkins featuring young Hopper, Joyce, and Vecna". Retrieved March 1, 2023.
- "Ambassador Theatre Group announces 'Stranger Things' performance dates". ATG Tickets. ATG. March 21, 2023. Retrieved March 21, 2023.