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This First Shadow review comes from a genuine visit to the Phoenix Theatre on London's West End, and it's a mixed bag. Stranger Things: The First Shadow is a visual spectacle that pushes the boundaries of what live theatre can do, but underneath all that dazzling stagecraft, the writing simply doesn't hold up. Two of its three stars are earned almost entirely by the effects team. Here's the full breakdown.
Cool Factor: 3/5 - Cool
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