The beloved outdoor theatre adaptation of Alice in Wonderland will enchant Sydney audiences once again this April, as director Glenn Elston brings his acclaimed production back to the verdant surrounds of the Royal Botanic Garden.
Running through the autumn school holidays from April 12-27, this interactive interpretation of Lewis Carroll's classic tale has established itself as a unique fixture in Sydney's family theatre landscape. While many productions of Alice confine themselves to traditional theatre spaces, Elston's version embraces the natural environment, allowing audiences to follow Alice's adventures through the garden's winding paths.
The production maintains the core elements that have made Carroll's story endure - the White Rabbit's perpetual tardiness, the Cheshire Cat's enigmatic grin, and the Mad Hatter's famous tea party all feature prominently. However, Elston's adaptation distinguishes itself through its emphasis on audience participation, incorporating sing-alongs and interactive games that blur the line between spectator and performer.
Previous stagings have demonstrated the production's particular strength in engaging younger viewers while including enough wit and verbal dexterity to keep adults engaged. The garden setting adds an additional layer of unpredictability to the proceedings, as natural elements become part of Wonderland's trademark absurdity.
Its proven track record suggests another solid run of performances are to be expected, that should provide an engaging outdoor theatre experience for families during the Easter break. The production opens on April 12, with performances scheduled throughout the school holiday period.
The Royal Botanic Garden's transformation into Wonderland offers a timely reminder of theatre's ability to turn familiar spaces into landscapes of imagination. This marriage of classic text and outdoor setting will reveal new facets, while its focus on active audience engagement continues to set it apart from more traditional interpretations of Carroll's work.
VENUE: Royal Botanic Garden Sydney, Performance at Pioneer GardenDATES: Saturday 12 – Sunday 27 April 2025
TIMES: 10am Tuesday to Saturday; 1.30pm Friday & Saturday; 11am Sunday
PRICES: Midweek $25pp (group of 4 $90); Fri-Sun $30pp (group of 4 $110)
BOOKINGS: https://tickets.shakespeareaustralia.com.au/sales/performances/family-theatre/alice-in-wonderland---sydney
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