Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, Lewis Carroll’s classic story, is coming to life in the beautiful gardens of Rippon Lea House and Gardens and Geelong Botanic Gardens for the summer holidays. All the crazy characters will be there!

Join Alice as she goes down the rabbit hole and follows the White Rabbit into the fun and magical world of Wonderland. She will get taller and smaller, dance with the Dodo, talk with a Caterpillar, sneeze with the Duchess, have tea with the Mad Hatter and keep her head from the Queen of Hearts.

This captivating promenade children's production will keep the whole family enthralled and entertained with acrobatics, shouting, singing, dancing and riddles and rhymes. There’s lots of fun participation for the kids and even the adults have to turn into cards and march behind the Queen of Hearts – or it’s off with their heads!

Glenn Elston, best known for his productions of Shakespeare Under the Stars and “The Wind in the Willows”, has adapted the book into a dynamic and highly enjoyable production that entertains all ages.

RIPPON LEA HOUSE AND GARDENS: 192 Hotham Street, Elsternwick  see map
When: 4 to 28 January 2012, Mon - Thurs 10am and 6pm, Fri and Sat 10am

GEELONG BOTANIC GARDENS: Cnr Podbury Drive and Eastern Park Drive, Geelong (Melways Ref 452 F4) see map
When: 29 to 31 December 2011, 11am and 2pm

PRICES: single ticket $25, group of four ticket $90, handling fee may apply

BOOK TICKETS: purchase securely online or call 1300 122 344 or Ticketmaster 136 100
Cash sales available from the on-site box office from 1 hour prior to the start time (unless sold out).

GIFT CERTIFICATES: purchase securely online or call 1300 122 344

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“A fantastical production” The Sunday Herald
“Enchanting… The audience loved every minute of it” The Age
“Exceptional… a perfect setting for Alice… the children and adults followed in awe.” The Adelaide Advertiser
“The manic mirth and madcap mimicry of the Mad Hatter is marvellous. The garden setting gives a magical ambience which no theatre could recreate. Alice’s adventure in wonderland is wonderful.” The News
“Marvellous entertainment for adults and children. A great holiday treat. The sets and costumes are excellent.” The Australian
“A wonderful production in every aspect… magical” Beat
“One of the most entertaining aspects of the production is the audience participation” Midland Express

ATTENDING ALICE IN WONDERLAND FAQ

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1. How long does the performance go for?
2. From what time can we arrive?
3. Do I have to book or can I buy a ticket when I get there?
4. For what ages is it suitable?
5. What sort of show is it?
6. Do I have to buy a ticket for my baby or toddler?
7. It's held outside isn't it? Are there chairs? What do we bring?
8. Can we bring our own food and drink?
9. How do we get to Rippon Lea?
10. How do we get to Geelong Botanic Gardens?
11. Is the performance site accessible for those with mobility issues?
12. We can't go on the day we booked for, can I change my tickets to another date?
13. What happens if it rains?

1. How long does the performance go for? The performance lasts for approximately 90 minutes.

2. From what time can we arrive? The site is open to ticket holders from one hour prior to the start time.

3. Do I have to book or can I buy a ticket when I get there? Booking is advised, however you can buy tickets on arrival at the on-site box office, unless sold out (cash only, no credit card facilities).

4. For what ages is it suitable? The performance is suitable for children of all ages, and is fun for all the family including grownups.

5. What sort of show is it? Alice In Wonderland is children's theatre and contains some songs as well.

6. Do I have to buy a ticket for my baby or toddler? Please note toddlers 12 months and up require a ticket as well as children and adults. Babes in arms under 12 months are admitted free.

7. It's held outside isn't it? Are there chairs? What do we bring? The performance is held outdoors in the beautiful environs of Rippon Lea and Geelong Botanic Gardens. It is a picnic style event so bring a blanket or cushions to sit on, a picnic full of all the goodies you like to eat and drink, and sunscreen, insect repellent and a hat. Warm clothes for the 6pm show is a good idea as sometimes it can get cool in the early evening.

8. Can we bring our own food and drink? Yes, please feel free to bring a picnic full of all the goodies you like to eat and drink. And remember, please use rubbish bins provided or take your rubbish with you after the show.

9. How do we get to Rippon Lea? see map
Train: the property can be easily accessed by train with a 5 minute walk from Rippon Lea Station.
Tram: catch Tram Route 67, Stop 42 Tram Tracker ID 2042, (to Carnegie) - Tracker Stop ID 1042, (to Melbourne University) tram. TRACKER: For real-time tram information visit: yarratrams.com.au
Bus: the 216 or 219 Bus departs from Queen Street in the City on the south east corner of Queen and Collins Streets. Depending on traffic the journey takes 30 - 45 minutes. There is a stop directly outside Rippon Lea Estate. Ask the driver to set you down at the first stop after Glen Eira Road.
Car: there is limited parking in surrounding streets. Melways ref 67 F2.

10. How do we get to Geelong Botanic Gardens? see map
Situated in the Eastern Gardens by the Geelong Bay, Geelong Botanic Gardens can be easily reached by car, foot and a free bus service during the summer months. There is car parking either side of the 21st Century Garden by the front entrance. On foot from Geelong walk the beautiful bayside promenade from central Geelong up to the Eastern Park. Geelong can easily be reached by VLine trains. Visit www.vline.com.au for timetables and journey information. Once at the main entrance follow the Alice in Wonderland signs until you reach the on-site box office.

11. Is the performance site accessible for those with mobility issues? All performance sites are accessible by paved footpaths, however there are some grassy areas. Production staff are available to assist if required.

12. We can't go on the day we booked for, can I change my tickets to another date? Your tickets may be transferred to another performance. Please call 03 8676 7511 to do this during business hours Monday to Friday or email your booking details to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it including your order number, booking name, number of tickets, mobile number, session booked for and preferred new session.

13. What happens if it rains? Call 1300 122 344 for a weather update. Usually performances do proceed if there is only very light misty drizzle. INCLEMENT WEATHER POLICY: If the Australian Shakespeare Company cancels the performance due to inclement weather your tickets will be valid for another performance during the same production season (call 1300 122 344 to re-book). If it is not possible for you to attend another performance during the same production season we provide a credit note for the value of your tickets (not including any handling fees), valid for at least 12 months from your original performance date. A credit note will only be offered if the performance is cancelled. When a performance is cancelled in advance of the start time due to inclement weather we inform ticket holders by SMS or telephone.