As a fan who has been captivated by the enigmatic world of Stranger Things since its inception, I couldn’t be more thrilled about Louis McCartney’s return to the Upside Down! His electrifying portrayal of Henry Creel in the West End was nothing short of spellbinding, and it’s a testament to his talent that he’ll now grace Broadway with his presence.
Louis McCartney is heading back to the Upside Down as part of the Broadway performance of “Stranger Things: The First Shadow“.
The actor is set to once again take on the critically-adored role of Henry Creel in a play arriving on Broadway’s Great White Way on April 22, 2025, following previews starting March 28, 2025, at the Marquis Theatre. This will be his first performance on Broadway.
Directors Stephen Daldry and Justin Martin expressed their immense pride in Louis, stating that he is an exceptional actor who brings incredible life to his role as Henry Creel on the West End stage. They were captivated by him from the start and are excited for Broadway audiences to see his remarkable performance.
After the stage performance wrapped up in London, McCartney was honored with the Stage 2024 Debut Award for outstanding play performer and the Critics’ Circle Award for most promising rising star. The production itself has been recognized with two Olivier Awards, one for exceptional entertainment and another for exceptional set design.
The play “Stranger Things: The First Shadow” is derived from an original narrative by Matt and Ross Duffer, the masterminds behind the popular Netflix series, and was adapted for the stage by Kate Trefry and Jack Thorne, renowned for their work on “Harry Potter and the Cursed Child”. Shawn Levy, who oversees and directs “Stranger Things”, and Dan Cohen of Shawn’s company 21 Laps, play a supporting role as producers in the play.
The story is structured as a precursor to the popular television series, featuring the younger incarnations of Winona Ryder’s character Joyce, Sean Astin’s character Bob Newby, and David Harbour’s character Hopper.
Prior to life as we know it now, in Hawkins, 1959, the town was typical and its citizens faced ordinary problems. Young Jim Hopper grappled with his car refusing to start, Bob Newby’s sister underestimated his radio show, and Joyce Maldonado yearned for graduation and a quick escape from the town. However, when new student Henry Creel arrived, his family discovered that beginning anew was not straightforward, and the lingering effects of the past had an unusually long influence.
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2024-10-24 16:55