Fredericksburg Academy of Ballet Presents 'Alice in Wonderland'

On Saturday, June 13, 2015, the Fredericksburg Academy of Ballet will be unveiling it’s newest original ballet, “Alice in Wonderland.” This full length, original collaboration between instructors Julie Drennen and DeLane Califf, and owner, Eveline Erard, has been in the works since last September.

Everything from music, to casting, staging, costuming and choreography has been done with a considerable effort to try and portray the Lewis Carroll novel in an original and understandable way. Most of the music is of British origin, since this is the quintessential British story. The choreography ranges from classical to jazzy, with some very unique and humorous twists!

Our story will begin with Alice meeting Lewis Carroll on a nice day in the park. Later, at her mother’s garden party, she is distracted by a familiar looking white rabbit who runs across the yard and leads her down a dark hole, where chaos ensues! You will see familiar characters such as the Chesire Cat, the Mysterious Caterpillar, Tweedle Dee and Tweedle Dum, The Mad Hatter, dancing fish and butterflies, all culminating in the infamous croquet match with the notorious Queen of Hearts!

You will have to come and see the show to find out how Alice gets out of Wonderland and back to her home in England.

This is a wonderful and entertaining ballet for the entire family. There is only one performance on the evening of June 13th at 7:00pm, James Monroe High School in Fredericksburg. Tickets are $12.00 and may be purchased at the door.

Don’t forget, the White Rabbit is waiting for you!