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Stranger Things: The First Shadow Filming on Broadway for Netflix

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Netflix is currently filming "Stranger Things: The First Shadow" on Broadway.

This prequel theatre show, set in 1959 and delving into the origin story of Henry Creel, also known as Vecna, premiered at the Marquis Theatre on Broadway in April 2025. The original cast is scheduled to conclude their performances on March 29.

According to Collider, the production has been temporarily halted from Tuesday (Feb 10) to Saturday for filming purposes, allowing the original Broadway cast to be part of the recording.

The show initially debuted on the West End in December 2023 and is currently running at the Phoenix Theatre in London.

There is no specific release schedule yet for the filmed version, as Netflix, Sonia Friedman Productions, and the Broadway show's producers are handling its production.

The cast features Tony nominee Louis McCartney as Henry, with a new set of actors slated to take over by the end of March.

Joining the cast will be Victor de Paula Rocha as Henry, Ayana Cymone as Patty Newby, Shea Grant as Joyce Maldonado, Juan Carlos as Bob Newby, and Matthew Erick White as James Hopper Jr.

The play, penned by Kate Trefry, was confirmed by the Duffer Brothers, the creators of Stranger Things, to be canon within the larger story universe.

It showcases the high school versions of various TV series characters as Henry discovers his supernatural abilities during childhood.

In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter last year, Trefry emphasized the play's connection to the series, spanning seasons one through four and extending into the future with season five.

Meanwhile, Netflix expressed its eagerness to utilize diverse mediums to enhance storytelling. Josh Simon, the VP of consumer products at that time, stated, "Whether it's a restaurant, retail store, a stage play, escape room, or a murder-mystery experience, for us, it's about connecting fans to the stories. We are open to exploring any medium for that purpose."

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