Alice

Performed by The Company

Laura Wade’s Alice offers a contemporary re-imagining of the classic Alice in Wonderland story, weaving together a turbulent landscape of grief and self-discovery. Teenage Alice, grappling with the devastating, sudden loss of her brother, embarks on a psychological journey through a fractured, larger-than-life world—one that blends the real and the fantastical.

In this strange, dream-like realm, Alice meets a host of characters and events: she takes tea with the Mad Hatter, engages in a chaotic game of croquet at the Queen of Hearts’ court, and even dances with some lobsters. These encounters, while entertaining and at times absurd, serve as metaphors for Alice’s attempts to come to terms with her grief, loss, and the complexities of growing up.

Accompanied by 2000s pop music and electric choreography, this version of Alice will bring a fresh, vibrant energy to an age-old story, blending the emotional depth of grief with a dynamic, modern twist.

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Venue

Presented by

The Company

Written by

Laura Wade

Directed by

Becky Deeks and Alice Chambers

Price

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Access Performances

Both performances are captioned.

Running Time

Approximately 2 hours and 50 minutes, including an interval.

Age Guidance

11+

Content Advice

This production contains strong language, some violence, descriptions of death and loud music.

About The Company

The Company is The Rep’s training ground for young adults. It is a highly competitive programme that aims to develop, challenge and nurture performers, preparing them to work professionally in theatre and the arts.

The Company performed a professional production of The Trials by Dawn King in partnership with the Donmar Warehouse and have performed as part of international theatre festivals.

Previous festival performances include Wuthering Heights, a queer re-telling of Crimp’s Cyrano De Bergerac, Lord of the Flies and Blank by Alice Birch. They have also worked on musical performances, including a 90s themed musical version of Twelfth Night and a musical adaptation of A Midsummer Night’s Dream.