Alice: Curiouser and Curiouser
A mind-bending journey into Wonderland
A mind-bending journey into Wonderland
Exploring its origins, adaptations and reinventions over 157 years, this immersive and theatrical show charted the evolution of Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland from manuscript to a global phenomenon beloved by all ages.
This exhibition is now closed at V&A South Kensington
★★★★★ – a wonderful tumble down the rabbit hole
The Guardian
Exhibition highlights
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Original drawing of the White Rabbit for the series Alice in Wonderland, Ralph Steadman, 1967 -
Cheshire Cat, psychedelic poster, designed by Joseph McHugh, printed by Orbit Graphic Arts, published by East Totem West, 1967, California, US. Purchased through the Julie and Robert Breckman Print Fund -
Zenaida Yanowsky as The Red Queen in Christopher Wheeldon's ballet Alice's Adventures in Wonderland. The Royal Ballet. © ROH, Johan Persson, 2011. Sets and costumes by Bob Crowley -
Illustration from first published edition of Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, illustrated by John Tenniel, 1866 -
A Mad Tea Party, Salvador Dali, 1969 -
Pomona, photograph of Alice Liddell, by Julia Margaret Cameron, albumen print, 1872, England -
"Well, this is grand!" said Alice, screenprint, by Peter Blake, printed by Kelpra, 1970, England -
'Alice', Pirelli 2018 calendar shot by Tim Walker and styled by Edward Enninful to an Alice in Wonderland theme, featuring Duckie Thot. -
Vivienne Westwood Gold Label, ensemble for Spring/Summer 2015 collection -
Carly Bawden as 'Alice' and Joshua Lacey as the white rabbit in Wonder.land, Royal National Theatre, London 2015
Past events
Features
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Inside the Alice: Curiouser and Curiouser exhibition
Inside the Alice: Curiouser and Curiouser exhibition
Take a peek down the rabbit hole...
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Curious Alice: the VR experience
Curious Alice: the VR experience
Reward your curiosity with a mind-bending virtual trip into Wonderland
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Chris Riddell: Drawing 'Alice's Adventures in Wonderland'
Chris Riddell: Drawing 'Alice's Adventures in Wonderland'
How to draw Alice, The White Rabbit, The Queen of Hearts and a unique, androgynous Mad Hatter
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The Infinity Dress and Omniverse Sculpture
The Infinity Dress and Omniverse Sculpture
A voluminous kinetic 'halo' hovers around a magical feathered dress
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The Curious Family Trail
The Curious Family Trail
The creatures of Wonderland are spreading nonsense around the museum. Follow the clues and help us restore order before it's too late!
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Illustrating Wonderland with Kristjana S Williams
Illustrating Wonderland with Kristjana S Williams
Watch how artist Kristjana S. Williams creates her own unique Wonderland for the V&A
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Alice: through the pages
Alice: through the pages
Discover beautifully illustrated editions of 'Alice's Adventures in Wonderland' in our collection
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The real Alice in Wonderland
The real Alice in Wonderland
Meet Alice Liddell, Lewis Carroll's muse and inspiration
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Make your own: paper peepshow
Make your own: paper peepshow
Create a unique miniature world crafted from paper
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John Tenniel – an introduction
John Tenniel – an introduction
Creator of the iconic 'Alice's Adventure's in Wonderland' illustrations, John Tenniel's career was fascinatingly varied
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Special Cinema Event
Step into wonderland with this unique filmed experience of the 'Alice: Curiouser and Curiouser' exhibition – in cinemas from 14 October
Alice: Curiouser and Curiouser
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