Entertainment
6 June, 2025
Take a step back from today
DESCEND into the rabbit hole and accompany the Trinity Anglican School cast into a magical adventure in their new production of 'Alice in Wonderland' with three shows starting today.
A colourful cast and crew of almost 100 students will unleash their creativity and mix the classic tale of Alice in Wonderland with a modern twist in this new production which promises to be a visual and chaotic treat over three shows across two days at the TAS White Rock Campus today (June 6) and tomorrow.
TAS drama teacher and director of Alice in Wonderland Shannon Saunders said people could expect all the chaos, magic and all the colour that the original tale offered.
“People can expect what Alice in Wonderland naturally offers. There’s a lot of chaos, a lot of wonder, a lot of magic, weird and wonderful characters and I hope that we’ve done it justice, both in the traditional story, as well as a new spin on it,” she said.
“In this day, you can try and honour the traditional story we’ve always known, but it’s also important that we try and make things new, to make it more enjoyable for a newer audience too.
“And the kids have led this with their creative liberties, this is their baby.
“We hope that everyone who joins us in Wonderland leaves with more than just a smile – and we hope you find a little part of yourself within the story.
“In a world full of curious characters and extraordinary moments, Alice in Wonderland invites us all to embrace the unexpected and celebrate who we are.”
Inspired by Lewis Carroll’s classic and infused with Tim Burton’s distinctive visual styling, the show invites audiences of all ages into a realm where the impossible becomes possible and the absurd is embraced as truth.
Audiences can expect surprises, lessons and laughter as Alice finds her way through a wonderland of nonsensical challenges and unforgettable characters.
Year 11 student Lydia Jeremijenko, who plays Alice, hopes audience members “remember that sometimes we all need to fall down a rabbit hole – to take a step back from our busy days and just enjoy the nonsense and curiosities of life”.
Fellow cast member and year 12 student, Max Lauchlan, starring as the Mad Hatter, promises “the world’s best tea party – more cake for all”.
Year 9 student, Rebecca Leroy, in the role of the White Rabbit, said: “It’s a funny, light-hearted, crazy story and we hope the audience sees just how much love and work we’ve poured into every scene.”
Tickets are $15 for children, $20 for adults and $60 for a family. To buy, visit https://bit.ly/4jx3khR
