StrangerThingsOnStage.com BUY TICKETS Kids Ian Michael Dolley Walter Henderson X Ian Michael Dolley (Walter Henderson) from Manchester, New Hampshire, is thrilled to make his Broadway debut in Stranger Things: The First Shadow. He is best known for his work as Alex Ollerman in the 2024 Academy Award-winning film The Holdovers, and also appeared in Spirited (2023). Ian has been passionate about theater since his first performance in third grade and has continued to act in numerous community and regional productions. Recent theater credits include: A Christmas Story: The Musical (Ralphie Parker) and The Full Monty (Nathan). Ian thanks his family, friends, and mentors for their ongoing support and encouragement. Poppy Lovell Alice Creel X Poppy Lovell (Alice Creel) is thrilled to make her Broadway debut. She has studied acting since she was 5 years old at Random Farms Kids' Theater, as well as dance with Lexi Pichiarallo and scene work with Kristen Ragusa at Encore Center for Performing Arts. In her spare time she loves writing, directing, and starring in her own shows. Poppy is thankful to her family and friends for their support, and is fortunate to be represented by Innovative Artists. Patrick Scott McDermott Ensemble X Patrick Scott McDermott (Ensemble) Broadway: Flying Over Sunset. National Tour: Les Misérables. TV: "Goosebumps" Season 2, "SNL." Film: Rust. From LaGuardia High School to Broadway, Patrick is thrilled to be joining the Stranger Things company! He is so grateful to Stephen, Jim Carnahan, Netflix and the rest of the creative team. Much love to Bonnie and Sherry, and special thanks to Jessi, Mr. DiBlasi and his family, especially his sister, Molly. @patrickscottmcdermott Website Azalea Wolfe Alice Creel X Azalea Wolfe (Alice Creel) Actor, singer, dancer, middle schooler. Broadway Debut! National Tours: Les Misérables (Little Cosette/Young Eponine) and How The Grinch Stole Christmas! (Annie Who). Off-Broadway: Lucy (u/s Lucy). Reading/Workshop: Beaches the Musical (Little Cee Cee). Member of the Broadway Youth Ensemble. Special thanks to my family, friends, Amelia DeMayo, Sarah Baskin, The Prep, DMO, Netflix, Jim Carnahan Casting and Barry Kolker. @AzaleaWolfeNYC Alumni Alison Jaye Joyce Maldonado X Alison Jaye (Joyce Maldonado) A native New Yorker, Alison Jaye began her Broadway career as Louise in Stephen Sondheim’s revival of Sunday in the Park with George, and later appeared as Jane Banks in Disney’s Mary Poppins. She gained recognition as Julia Nicolo in “Shameless” (season 10) and appeared alongside Sigourney Weaver and Elizabeth Banks in Call Jane. Alison recently starred in ABC’s acclaimed new series, “High Potential,” led by Kaitlin Olson. She earned a BAFTA nomination for her role as “Alva” in PlayStation’s “Horizon: Forbidden West.” @alisonjaye Website Jamie Martin Mann Ted Wheeler X Jamie Martin Mann (Ted Wheeler) Broadway debut! Jamie, who started dancing in second grade, trained at Alvin Ailey and School of American Ballet and has performed in three NYCB productions. He starred as Billy in Billy Elliot the Musical (Maltz Jupiter, Fulton) and played Dunlap in Because of Winn Dixie (Goodspeed). On screen, he played Brody in Country Comfort (Netflix) alongside Katharine McPhee and Tate in Days of Our Lives (Peacock). Representation: Innovative Artists and Jen Namoff. Jamie will graduate with a BFA in musical theatre from the University of Michigan this spring. Go Blue! @jamiemartinmann. Parental Guidance Age 12+ for gunfire audio, loud noises and explosions, haze and smoke, flashing lights and strobe, and strong language. Review Quotes New York Stage Review "Every appearance by Ian Dolley as class creep Walter Anderson...lifts the spirits."