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Washington Post
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Washington Post
Vecna on Vecna: How two actors inhabit the big bad of ‘Stranger Things'
Jamie Campbell Bower was smoking outside London's Phoenix Theatre in late 2023, during intermission of the stage play 'Stranger Things: The First Shadow,' when director Stephen Daldry spotted the English actor and made an unconventional ask: Could Bower — who was there as a uniquely invested theatergoer — step onstage during the curtain call and take a bow?
The South African
26-04-2025
- Entertainment
- The South African
Stranger Things cast reunite for thrilling Broadway debut
The Upside Down has landed on Broadway, and the stars of Netflix's Stranger Things turned out in force to celebrate. On 22 April, the much-anticipated play Stranger Things: The First Shadow officially opened at the Marquis Theatre in New York City . The red carpet saw familiar faces such as Jamie Campbell Bower, Charlie Heaton, Natalia Dyer, Noah Schnapp, and Matthew Modine. The Duffer Brothers, who are the masterminds behind the original series, were also spotted on the red carpet. They posed grinning alongside executive producer Shawn Levy and Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos, according to the New York Post. The First Shadow is a prequel, set in 1959 Hawkins, Indiana, and dives deep into the origins of Henry Creel. Henry is the boy who grows up to be the terrifying Vecna. As the story unfolds, Henry's struggle with his dark powers takes centre stage. Audiences will also get to meet younger versions of beloved characters like Joyce, Hopper, and Bob. Critics have called the play 'a game-changing experience' and praised its jaw-dropping effects. The Stranger Things production, directed by Stephen Daldry and Justin Martin, features a cast of 34 and promises to 'turn Broadway upside down' with its suspense and heart-pounding drama. On opening night, the energy was electric, and actress Natalia Dyer, who plays Nancy Wheeler, shared, 'It's surreal seeing our world come alive on stage. Noah Schnapp, who plays fan favourite Will Byers on the Netflix show, declared, 'This play is a must-watch for anyone who's followed our journey. You'll see Hawkins in a whole new light'. The event also saw touching moments between the TV and stage casts. Matthew Modine, who plays Dr Brenner, was seen chatting with Alex Breaux, his Broadway counterpart, while Jamie Campbell Bower embraced Louis McCartney. McCartney is the young actor portraying Henry Creel. 'Louis is an astonishing actor, and we are unbelievably proud of the incredible life he has breathed into the role,' said director Stephen Daldry. Tickets for the show start at $86, which converts to roughly R1617. Any South Africans planning a trip to New York, give the show a try, it's theatre experience not to be missed. Stranger Things: The First Shadow is a gripping story about friendship, fear, and the darkness we all face. As the Duffer Brothers put it, 'Can the power of friendship outshine the darkness within?' Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1. Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
Yahoo
27-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
TVLine Items: Stranger Things Vet Joins Rings of Power, Next Level Chef Double Renewal and More
Stranger Things vet Jamie Campbell Bower is venturing to Middle Earth, with a series-regular role on Season 3 of The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power, it was announced Thursday. Also joining the Prime Video series is Eddie Marsan (Heartstopper, Ray Donovan), who will recur during the upcoming run, which begins filming this spring. More from TVLine Sharon Stone Joins Euphoria Season 3 Cast Nathan Fielder's The Rehearsal Lands Season 2 Premiere Date on HBO - Get a First Look at All the Awkwardness First Lanterns Photo Features Kyle Chandler and Aaron Pierre - James Gunn Says Series Is 'Really Special' Details about Bower and Marsan's characters are being kept under wraps. According to The Hollywood Reporter, Season 3 will feature a major time jump. 'Jumping forward several years from the events of Season 2, Season 3 takes place at the height of the War of the Elves and Sauron, as the Dark Lord seeks to craft the One Ring that will give him the edge he needs to win the war and conquer all Middle-earth at last,' the logline reads. Ready for some more recent newsy nuggets? Well… * Fox has renewed Gordon Ramsay's cooking competition series Next Level Chef for Seasons 5 and 6. Additionally, the network has picked up the holiday-themed offshoot Next Level Baker. * The animated preschool series Marvel's Spidey and His Amazing Friends has been renewed for Season 5 at Disney Jr. * ESPN will launch a shorter, daily version of SportsCenter, dubbed SC+, exclusively on Disney+, beginning Monday, March 3, our sister site Variety reports. * Disney+'s upcoming Marvel Studios series Wonder Man has tapped Ed Harris to play Neal Saroyan, the agent of actor-turned-superhero Simon Williams, aka Wonder Man (Yahya Abdul-Mateen II), Collider reports. * Apple TV+ has released a trailer for Number One on the Call Sheet, a 'two-part documentary film event celebrating the groundbreaking Black artists of Hollywood,' premiering Friday, March 28: Which of today's TVLine Items pique your interest? Best of TVLine Yellowjackets Mysteries: An Up-to-Date List of the Series' Biggest Questions (and Answers?) The Emmys' Most Memorable Moments: Laughter, Tears, Historical Wins, 'The Big One' and More 'Missing' Shows, Found! The Latest on Severance, Holey Moley, Poker Face, YOU, Primo, Transplant and 25+ Others
