The White Rabbit is late for the Duchess. The Cheshire Cat wont stop grinning. And the Hatter is, well, mad. In the middle of it all is Alice, a young girl with a vivid imagination and a family life thats less than perfect.
In this new adaptation by renowned playwright and Sheffield native, Laura Wade, you can follow Alice as she escapes her bedroom to find adventure in a topsy-turvy world. Based on Lewis Carroll's classic tale, Wade's adaptation breathes fresh life into a much-loved story about rabbit holes, pocket watches and talking caterpillars.
Our production involves a mixed age cast, including a number of roles being undertaken by members of our drama classes. A family production par excellence!
Reviews of the Play
"fast moving, amusing, inventive, and visually delightful" British Theatre Guide
"Wade's contemporary take on a Victorian classic is a genuine treat for the whole family." The Stage
Reading and Auditions
The casting of the youth parts has already taken place.
AUDITIONS for adult cast only will take place on Friday 15th July @ 7:30pm & Saturday 16th July @ 1230 when all those interested in being cast should attend.
Casting
Most actors will play multiple roles as follows:
Mum/Queen
Dad/King
Auntie/Duchess/Mock Turtle
Uncle/Griffin/Knave
Teacher/Humpty Dumpty
Len/Hatter/Commentator
Waiter/Postman/Cook
Cousin/Cat/Commentator
EDI Assessment
In line with our EDI policy, we undertake an EDI impact assessment of all our artistic programming. ‘Alice’ has no specific diversity message within its narrative. The play can be cast with complete neutrality on race/ethnicity and gender.