Riverside Studios London
Riverside Studios Tickets
What’s On at Riverside Studios
Shows coming up at the small but exciting Riverside Studios include Affluenza, starring Stranger Things’ Noah Schnapp as a wealthy Hamptons teenager whose drink driving has tragic results. Asking whether the rich and famous are insulted from consequences - or even a sense of right and wrong - this is a provocative drama that’s worth the trip to Hammersmith for. Other plays to book tickets for at this venue include the world premiere of Dead Poets Society writer Tom Schulman’s sharp comedy Sacrilegious, which also asks questions about wealth, power and influence, this time in a religious community.
About the Riverside Studios
Riverside Studios was founded in 1933, on the site of a former Victorian Iron Foundry, and transformed into a film studio by Triumph Films, producing many films including pictures starring Vera Lynn and Alec Guinness. The venue was acquired by the BBC in 1954; renamed to the Riverside Television Studios, the Queen Mother opened the site in 1957. Many television programmes were made there, including Top of the Pops, Blue Peter, and episodes of Doctor Who, including the iconic first regeneration scene with William Hartnell.
In 1974, a Hammersmith and Fulham Council charitable trust took ownership of the venue, turning it into a multidisciplinary arts venue with a cinema and art gallery. They produced plays, starring Helen Mirren and Brian Cox, as well as concerts from artists including David Bowie and Amy Winehouse, dance productions, and filmed TV shows, including Never Mind the Buzzcocks and The Last Leg. The venue underwent refurbishment again in 2014, when it was acquired by Anil Agarwal. Assael Architecture redeveloped the building to include residential flats as well as two cinemas, new television studios, event spaces, restaurants and cafes. The venue celebrates its 50th anniversary in 2026, and continues to host high-quality theatre, with notable performers including Sir Lenny Henry and Simon Callow.
Map and Address
101 Queen Caroline Street, Hammersmith, London, W6 9BN
Tube: The closest tube to Riverside Studios is Hammersmith, which is served by the District, Piccadilly, Circle and Hammersmith & City lines. The station is approximately a 10-minute walk from the venue.
Bus: The venue is easily accessible via routes 9, 10, 27, 72, 91, 211, 220, 283 and 295, all stopping by Hammersmith Broadway.
Car: Pay-and-display parking is available on Queen Caroline Street and Crisp Road. Parking has a 2-hour maximum stay and cannot be extended beyond this time.
Nearby Attractions
There are plenty of historic pubs near the venue to grab a drink pre or post-show. Theatregoers can also enjoy a walk by the river on the Thames Path. Those looking for some green space can relax in Furnivall Gardens, a quiet park right by the riverbank, or head to Ravenscourt Park to admire the cherry blossoms. There are also other entertainment venues just a short walk away in Hammersmith, including the Lyric Hammersmith and the Eventim Apollo.