Presbyterian Ladies’ College presents...
ALICE WONDERLAND IN
HAZEL DAY DRAMA CENTRE
AUGUST 7 / 8 / 9
Book By Lyrics By
Created by Jack Bradfield Poltergeist Gerel Falconer
ACKNOWLEDGMENT
PLC acknowledges the Whadjuk Noongar people, the traditional custodians of the land on which we gather today. We pay our respects to their Elders past, present and emerging. We extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples gathered with us today.
DIRECTORS
Matilda Allen
Duffield
I signed up for this production with the intent of trying something new And something new it has been I have had the privilege of working with a wonderously talented cast who have helped to bring this adaptation to life Being a director has taught me so much about leadership, problem solving and the gift of Excel I hope you all enjoy your adventure through our version of Wonderland and are inspired to try something new in your own lives Thank you for supporting this production and we know you’ll find this show to be as curious and comedic as Lewis Carroll intended
Being a director for this production has been such a special experience Watching everything come together from the first rehearsal to the final show has made me incredibly proud of what this team has created Every person involved has brought something unique and it’s been amazing to see how all those ideas and talents have turned into the amazing show we have I feel really lucky to have been part of it and I hope everyone enjoys the show as much as we’ve loved making it Have a good night
Joining the student-led production was a rewarding opportunity to step into a leadership role after performing in previous PLC productions It gave me a behind-the-scenes look at what it truly takes to bring a show to life from casting and scheduling to budgeting and creative problem-solving I learned how to collaborate effectively, navigate different perspectives and guide a team toward a shared vision This experience pushed me outside my comfort zone and helped me grow into a more confident and capable leader
It’s hard to believe it’s been almost a year since this student-led journey began being chosen, meeting the director team, sharing ideas and choosing our show I’ve loved working with the cast, crew and my fellow directors Being part of PLC’s first student-led production has been a real privilege and I’m so proud of what we’ve created I hope you enjoy the show as much as I’ve enjoyed being part of it
Directing Alice in Wonderland with five other incredible directors has been a wildly interesting plunge into chaos But it’s the fun kind of chaos that teaches you patience, flexibility and how to truly collaborate This version, adapted by Jack Bradfield, doesn’t simply retell the classic tale It tears it apart and rebuilds it with sharp wit, bold imagination and a healthy dose of absurdity What you’ll see tonight is Wonderland reimagined: alive, unpredictable and a bit unhinged I hope you enjoy it!
Directing Alice in Wonderland has been an unforgettable experience I didn’t know what to expect, but what we created exceeded anything I imagined The cast and crew’s energy, creativity and commitment made every rehearsal a highlight Collaborating with such a talented team of student directors made the process even more rewarding While we had our share of debates, we always found common ground This production reflects the incredible hard work of everyone involved, and I couldn’t have asked for a better team to share the journey with
HEAD OF DANCE AND DRAMA
This project was first imagined after our school had the privilege of hosting Future Anything, an organisation dedicated to helping young people turn their ideas into action. Their workshops sparked something powerful in our school community highlighting the importance of student agency and showcasing the incredible potential that emerges when students are trusted to lead their own learning through hands-on, group-based projects
Inspired by this experience, I began to explore how we could bring this philosophy into the Performing Arts in a meaningful way. The result is this student-led production an authentic, collaborative project where our students have taken full creative ownership From concept development and casting to rehearsals, staging and marketing, every element of this show has been shaped by the students themselves
I wholeheartedly believe this has been a gold-standard example of what student-led learning can look like in the arts. Time and time again, our students have demonstrated initiative, resilience, leadership and vision; skills that will serve them far beyond the walls of our theatre As staff, we have simply acted as mentors offering support, guidance, and encouragement while allowing the students' voices to remain at the heart of the process.
A huge thank you to Cate for her unwavering support of this initiative. Your belief in what’s possible when students and staff collaborate with purpose has been instrumental in bringing this project to life
To our incredible team of student directors: it has been a joy to work alongside you. Your passion, creativity, and commitment have been inspiring. I wish you all the very best as you continue your journey into the world of theatre and beyond. You've taken your first step with style and heart.
Oliver Craze
CAST LIST
Imogen Whyte Alice Mum / Queen of the Line
Ava Farrer
Chatter
Eloise Davey
Mimi Castleden Rabbit Pigeon
Mya Weston
Tortoise
Samiya Kefford
Dum
Arabella Bowles
Dee
Sophie Duncan
Cat
Portia Pryor
CAST LIST
Auretta Qaqish Rat
District
Isla Barker
Hester Bennett Nose Circle
Chloe Speirs
Passenger / Little Voice
Dinuli Kariyakarawana
Hammersmith
Ava Falconer
Passenger / Woman
Alice Hardman
Passenger/ Giant
Greta Maroni
Passenger / Train/
Mia Brown
CAST LIST
Ella O'Callaghan
Passenger / Posh Woman
Passenger / Posh Man
Florence Prentice
Passenger / Protestor 1
Sophie Landau
Sophia McManus
Passenger / Girl 1 / Listener 1
Passenger / Girl 2 / Listener 2
Milla Roberts
Passenger/ Holiday maker/ Announcer 1
Nerenchia Adams
Passenger / Announcer 2 / Holidaymaker
Flossy Johnson
BACK STAGE CREW
Rie Kojima Stage Manager Assistant Stage Manager / Head Mechanist
Ruby Clarke
Crew
Georgia Egginton
Eloise Crossley Crew Crew
Saki Fukawa Crew
Amelia Fox
Crew / Props Master
Carys Hawkins
Sherry Yan Crew
PRODUCTION CREW
Samara Sudwell
Costume Designer Costume Designer
Rachel Cheveralls
Set Designer / Sound Operator
Maya D’Silva
Isabel Greentree
Lighting Designer / Prop Designer
Costume Designer
Olivia Brown
PRODUCTION TEAM
Directors
Stage Manager
Assistant Stage Manager
Backstage Crew
Set Designer
Props Designer
Costume Designers
Lighting Desinger
Sound Design
Sound Operator
Animation Designer
Animator
Set Construction
Scenic Artwork
Program Designer
Photography and Editing
PLC Promotions Team
Front of House Manager
Miller Duffield, Mira Yew, Greta Terzieva, Liv Bell, Matilda Allen and Isobel
Barker
Rie Kojima
Ruby Clarke
Saki Fukawa, Eloise Crossley, Georgia Egginton, Ameila Fox, Sherry Yan and Carys Hawkins
Maya D’Silva
Isabel Greentree, Maya D’Silva, Greta Terzieva, Jeremy Turner and Oliver Craze
Samara Sudwell, Rachel
Cheveralls and Olivia Brown
Isabel Greentree
Oliver Craze
Maya D’Silva
Miller Duffield
Eric Odong
Onstage Arts
Jordy Andrews
Miller Duffield
Tiffany Gossage, Miller Duffield
Julia Dobson, Tiffany Gossage and Jasmine Kimlin
Miller Duffield, Mira Yew, Greta Terzieva, Liv Bell, Matilda Allen and Isobel
Barker
PRODUCTION TEAM
Front of House
Georgina Meredith, Tia Ford, Mackenzie Ellis, Rosie Canaris, Yihan Zhang, Olivia Li, Alice Khoo, Emily Zhang, Monica Wu, Miranda Wong, Paige Reeve, Kaya Mfune
EVENTS
AUTOGRAPHS
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Term 3 2025
