Production photos released for world premiere of AFFLUENZA

Shehrazade Zafar-Arif 2 October, 2026, 14:53

Production photos have been shared of Affluenza as it has its world premiere at Riverside Studios, as the first play of Mainstage Season 2026/27.

Noah Schnapp (Dylan) in 'Affluenza' at Riverside Studios. Photo credit Danny Kaan.

Affluenza stars Stranger Things' Noah Schnapp in his stage debut and Strictly Come Dancing's Janette Manrara. They are joined by Donald Sage Mackay (Indian Ink, Hampstead Theatre; Girl from the North Country, West End), Rupert Young (Bridgerton; Dear Evan Hansen), Juliet Cowan (Broken Glass, Young Vic) and Wallis Currie-Wood (CBS TV’s Madam Secretary, Elektra on West End).

Inspired by true events surrounding a shocking legal defence, Affluenza explores the ripple effects of power and privilege. When a drunk teenager in the ultra-wealthy social haven of the Hamptons causes a devastating car accident, the ensuing legal fallout raises questions about cost and generational impact of privilege and opulence.

This new play is written and directed by Andy Sandberg, who is serving as Season Artistic Director for the Mainstage at Riverside Studios. Mainstage Season 26/27 is launching with three world premieres of new, original plays running for limited eight-week engagements, each set in America and exploring globally relevant themes.

Affluenza recently extended its run due to popular demand, and will now play at Riverside Studios until 28 November 2026.