‘Stranger Things was a train you can’t jump off’: Gaten Matarazzo on his return to the stage

Paid in full … Matarazzo and the cast of Rent in rehearsal. Photograph: Pamela Raith Paid in full … Matarazzo and the cast of Rent in rehearsal. Photograph: Pamela Raith Musicals Interview ‘Stranger Things was a train you can’t jump off’: Gaten Matarazzo on his return to the stage Hannah J Davies The actor we know as Dustin was a ‘theatre kid’ from age 11. Now he’s starring in a new staging of Rent. He discusses why the musical is as relevant as ever – and what it’s like being a child star in the internet age