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Alice: Curiouser and Curiouser
A mind-bending journey into Wonderland
This exhibition is now closed at V&A South Kensington
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.
★★★★★ – 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. © Ralph Steadman Art Collection, 2019 -
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. Museum no. E.3796-2004. © Victoria and Albert Museum, London -
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. © 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. © Victoria and Albert Museum, London -
A Mad Tea Party, Salvador Dali, 1969. © Salvador Dali, Fundació Gala-Salvador Dalí, DACS 2019 -
Pomona, photograph of Alice Liddell, by Julia Margaret Cameron, albumen print, 1872, England. Museum no. RPS.1271-2017. © Victoria and Albert Museum, London -
"Well, this is grand!" said Alice, screenprint, by Peter Blake, printed by Kelpra, 1970, England. Museum no. CIRC.125-1976. © Peter Blake. All rights reserved, DACS 2019 -
'Alice', Pirelli 2018 calendar shot by Tim Walker and styled by Edward Enninful to an Alice in Wonderland theme, featuring Duckie Thot. © Tim Walker Studio Courtesy of Pirelli & C.S.p.A -
Vivienne Westwood Gold Label, ensemble for Spring/Summer 2015 collection. © UGO Camera -
Carly Bawden as 'Alice' and Joshua Lacey as the white rabbit in Wonder.land, Royal National Theatre, London 2015. © Costume design by Katrina Lindsay, 2015, set design by Rae Smith. Photo Brinkhoff/Moegenburg
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Features
Inside the Alice: Curiouser and Curiouser exhibition
Take a peek down the rabbit hole...
Curious Alice: the VR experience
Reward your curiosity with a mind-bending virtual trip into 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
The Infinity Dress and Omniverse Sculpture
A voluminous kinetic 'halo' hovers around a magical feathered dress
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!
Illustrating Wonderland with Kristjana S Williams
Watch how artist Kristjana S. Williams creates her own unique Wonderland for the V&A
Alice: through the pages
Discover beautifully illustrated editions of 'Alice's Adventures in Wonderland' in our collection
The real Alice in Wonderland
Meet Alice Liddell, Lewis Carroll's muse and inspiration
Make your own: paper peepshow
Create a unique miniature world crafted from paper
John Tenniel – an introduction
Creator of the iconic 'Alice's Adventure's in Wonderland' illustrations, John Tenniel's career was fascinatingly varied
Special Cinema Event
Step into wonderland with this unique filmed experience of the 'Alice: Curiouser and Curiouser' exhibition – in cinemas from 14 October
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Alice: Curiouser and Curiouser
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