Alice on Stage: A History of the Early Theatrical Productions of Alice in Wonderland

by Charles C. Lovett

This unique work covers the many stage productions of Lewis Carroll's Alice in Wonderland . The book opens with details of productions of the play during the author's lifetime. The book goes on to give a brief background of Victorian Theater in general and then a discussion of Carroll's own passion as a theatergoer and friend of theatrical personalities.

356 pages, Hardcover

First published December 1, 1989

About the author

AKA Charlie Lovett

Reviews

[Ella · Rating 4 out of 5]

A‌lice on Stage is a fascinating deep dive into the early theatrical adaptations of Lewis Carroll’s beloved Wonderland tales. It’s incredibly well-researched and clearly written, offering a detailed look at how Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking-Glass made their way from page to stage. From production timelines to script changes and cast choices, the book does a great job of capturing the evolution of these early performances.

That said, I found myself wishing it included photos—of the stage sets, costumes, advertisements, or even the theaters themselves. Visual references would have added so much to understanding the atmosphere and presentation of the time. Still, for anyone interested in Carroll, theater history, or the cultural afterlife of Alice, this is an insightful and valuable read.