Phoenix Theatre

Having watched the TV series, this was brilliant and made want to watch all the episodes again to follow on from the show.

The show was excellent, even though I had no ideea about StrangerT. Was a present for my son, he was over the moon

This stage play perfectly captures the Stranger Things vibe and tells a thrilling, heartbreaking origin story for Vecna (young Henry Creel). His loneliness, inner struggle, and fall into darkness made me feel both terrified and a little sympathetic toward the villain. The nearly three-hour show flies by with tight pacing, blending funny high-school moments with intense horror. The special effects are pure magic: people levitating, illusions switching in seconds, and the Upside Down invading the stage – I jumped several times and couldn’t look away. The cast is outstanding, especially Louis McCartney as Henry, who nails the creepy inner torment. For any Stranger Things fan, this is a must-see that fills in so many gaps from the series. Even if you haven’t watched the show, it’s still an incredible visual and emotional ride. Totally worth every penny – highly recommend!