A new wave of casting announcements has been added to Broadway’s “Stranger Things: The First Shadow.” The production is slated to begin previews on March 28, at the Marquis Theatre, with an official opening on April 22.
The newly announced Broadway cast features Rosie Benton as Virginia Creel, Alex Breaux as Dr. Brenner, Nicky Eldridge as Bob Newby, Andrew Hovelson as Principal Newby, Alison Jaye as Joyce Maldonado, Emmy-nominated actor T.R. Knight as Victor Creel, Emmy-nominated Gabrielle Nevaeh as Patty Newby, and Burke Swanson as James Hopper, Jr. The ensemble joins Louis McCartney, who reprises his role as Henry Creel from the West End production.
The new stage adaptation is based on an original story by Stranger Things creators the Duffer Brothers, alongside Jack Thorne and playwright Kate Trefry, who also penned the script. Set in Hawkins, Indiana, in 1959, The First Shadow serves as a prequel to the Netflix series, delving into the origins of Henry Creel and his transformation into the ruler of the Upside Down.
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Under the direction of Stephen Daldry, with co-direction by Justin Martin, the production premiered in London’s West End at the Phoenix Theatre in 2023 and garnered two Olivier Awards, including Best Entertainment or Comedy Play.
The production’s creative team includes Miriam Buether providing set design and Brigitte Reiffenstuel crafting the costumes. Jon Clark handles lighting design, while Paul Arditti oversees sound. Original music, orchestration, and arrangements are by D.J. Walde, and visual effects and illusions are designed by Jamie Harrison and Chris Fisher, with additional contributions from the video design team at 59.
For the latest information and additional casting announcements, theatergoers can visit Broadway’s official “Stranger Things: The First Shadow” website.
