The recent release of the highly anticipated fifth and final season of “Stranger Things” has not only captivated fans of the hit Netflix sci-fi series, but it has also had a significant impact on its prequel Broadway play, “Stranger Things: The First Shadow.”
During the week ending on Dec. 28, “Stranger Things: The First Shadow” raked in an impressive $2,510,948 at the box office across nine shows. This marked a record-breaking nine-show total at the Marquis Theater, where the play has been thrilling audiences since its opening in April.
The surge in ticket sales for “Stranger Things: The First Shadow” can be attributed to the excitement surrounding the release of “Stranger Things” Season 5. With four episodes premiering on Thanksgiving, three more on Christmas, and the highly anticipated series finale set to air on New Year’s Day, fans have been flocking to see the prequel play in droves. This surge in popularity has also been mirrored in the production running in London’s West End, where the play originally premiered in 2023.
As fans eagerly await the conclusion of “Stranger Things” Season 5, the success of “Stranger Things: The First Shadow” continues to grow, solidifying its place as a must-see theatrical experience for fans of the beloved series. Experience the magic of the Upside Down and uncover the untold origins of Eleven and the gang in this thrilling prequel play.
