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Vecna Actor Surprises Broadway in Stranger Things Prequel
20 Dec, 2025
Summary
- Jamie Campbell Bower made a surprise Broadway debut in 'Stranger Things: The First Shadow'.
- Bower reprised his role as the adult Henry Creel, meeting a young Eleven.
- The play's events and Bower's cameo emphasize connections to Stranger Things season 5.
Jamie Campbell Bower, who portrays Vecna on Netflix's Stranger Things, recently made his Broadway debut in the live stage prequel, 'Stranger Things: The First Shadow.' During a performance in New York City, Bower made a surprise appearance at the end of the play, reprising his role as an adult Henry Creel. This unexpected cameo occurred during a scene depicting Henry's first encounter with a young Eleven in Dr. Brenner's laboratory, a moment that deeply connects the play to the television series.
The stage production, which originated in London's West End, delves into the early life of Henry Creel and his move to Hawkins, Indiana, setting the stage for the strange occurrences familiar to fans. The narrative also features younger versions of beloved characters like Joyce Maldonado and Jim Hopper. The inclusion of Bower as adult Henry, alongside other cast members who also appear in the upcoming season 5, further solidifies the prequel's significance.
