About
Affluenza is a new play written and directed by Andy Sandberg, about privilege and a legal defence after a teen's drunken car ride. It has its world premiere at Riverside Studios, London, from 11 to 21 November 2026.
What to expect
A teen's drunken car ride ends in devastation, and the verdict comes down to whether wealth can excuse not knowing right from wrong.
The play is set in the Hamptons and asks questions about moral accountability, family legacy and the American justice system.
- World premiere, written and directed by Andy Sandberg
- Inspired by true events around a legal defence
- A biting and darkly funny new play
Dates
Questions
When does Affluenza start and end?
Affluenza is on Wednesday, 11 November 2026.
Where is Affluenza?
Affluenza takes place at Riverside Studios, 101 Queen Caroline Street, London, London.
How much are tickets for Affluenza?
Tickets for Affluenza cost £15 at the theatre's official ticket shop.
What is Affluenza about?
A teen's drunken car ride ends in devastation, and the verdict comes down to one question: can someone be too affluent to know the difference between right and wrong?
It is inspired by true events around a legal defence.
It is set in the Hamptons.
It looks at moral accountability, family legacy and the American justice system.
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Getting there
Riverside Studios, 101 Queen Caroline Street, London, W6 9BN London, England, GB
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