The Williamstown Musical Theatre Company (WMTC) is set to enchant audiences with its latest production, Alice in Wonderland Jr, a whimsical blend of classic Disney charm and Tim Burton’s distinctive flair.
This musical promises a delightful adventure with Alice navigating the curious world of Wonderland on a path of self-discovery.
When young Alice finds herself in a strange world where everything seems upside down, she must find her way home, and find herself along the way.
In Wonderland, she encounters iconic characters, including the ever-tardy White Rabbit, the grinning Cheshire Cat, a cool Caterpillar, the wacky Mad Hatter and the hot-tempered Queen of Hearts.
WMTC director Ang Cuy said the talented cast of 34 young performers, aged between eight and 18, have been diligently rehearsing for about seven weeks now.
Most members of the cast reside in the Hobsons Bay and Maribyrnong areas.
Cuy said the cast members meet three times a week to hone their singing, dancing, and acting skills.
A unique feature of this production is the portrayal of Alice by three different actors, reflecting the character’s various size changes throughout the story and offering audiences triple the fun.
“Being able to work with those young people and create something really memorable is a really special and impactful opportunity for them. So we’re really committed to giving those young people that chance to build community and build skills,” Cuy said.
Alice in Wonderland Jr will be performed at Altona Theatre, 115 Civic Parade, Altona, from August 2 to 11.
Details: wmtc.org.au/
Anne Parisianne
