Affluenza, Starring Noah Schnapp, Premieres at Riverside Studios

The play Affluenza, written by Andy Sandberg, delves into themes of wealth and privilege and is currently showing at Riverside Studios in Hammersmith, London, until 28 November. The narrative opens in the Hamptons, where a car crash instigated by 16-year-old Dylan, portrayed by Noah Schnapp, results in two fatalities and multiple injuries due to his drinking. Dylan's parents believe that their wealth and a skilled lawyer can mitigate the consequences. Rupert Young takes on the role of Brad, the attorney employing the 'affluenza' defense, while Juliet Cowan and Donald Sage Mackay depict Dylan's negligent parents. Wallis Currie-Wood plays Anna, Brad's psychiatrist spouse. The first act critiques inherited privilege, while the second act transitions to Dylan's son, Todd, and a reality show, reminiscent of the 2013 'affluenza' case involving Ethan Couch.