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An enchanting musical adaption of Lewis Carroll’s Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking Glass, will soon be performed at the Marina Theatre.

Wonderland runs Tuesday, May 23 to Saturday, May 27 and stars TV and West End performer Wendi Peters – much loved for her acclaimed portrayal of Cilla Battersby-Brown in Coronation Street.

She will appear alongside musical theatre favourite Dave Willetts, who has previously starred in tours of South Pacific, 42nd Street and Seven Brides for Seven Brothers, as White Rabbit.

Britain’s Got Talent star Rachael Wooding will also guest star as Alice in the production.

Following sold out seasons in Tampa, Texas and Tokyo, the multi Grammy, Tony and Drama Desk Award nominated Frank Wildhorn’s Wonderland receives its UK and European première in this brand new British production.

Hailed by the New York Times as “inspirational”, Wonderland is an enchanting musical with a huge heart, a medley of magic and a whole lot of wonder.

A timely and touching story of love in all its forms, it’s an adventurous exploration of who we are, who we want to be and the power of everyday magic in our lives.

In the tradition of the best stage musicals, Wonderland boasts a catchy score full of songs by Frank Wildhorn, writer of pop hits including Whitney Houston’s ‘Where Do Broken Hearts Go?’ and theatre classics including ‘This is the Moment’ from his internationally acclaimed show, Jekyll & Hyde.

Prices range from £18.50-£35.00.

To book tickets, call the box office on 01502 533200 or visit www.marinatheatre.co.uk

It’s a production that showcases four new dance works by international choreographers, performed by a company of eleven dancers trained at some of the world’s most prestigious dance schools.

And for the dancers of ‘Verve’, the postgraduate Performance Company of Northern School of Contemporary Dance, their tour will soon arrive at the Marina Theatre in Lowestoft.

Each year ‘Verve’ commissions choreographers from all over the world to create a distinct, engaging, and thought-provoking programme of work.

The company works with established and emerging choreographers, giving dancers and audiences an appreciation of the breadth of what is happening in dance today.

This year’s programme includes NSCD Alumnus Carlos Pons Guerra’s wild Rita. Set in a nunnery and featuring a soundtrack of Cuban percussion and Mexican Rancheras, the work explores what happens when we suppress the vitality and desires of youth.

The show will arrive at the Marina Theatre on Thursday, May 18 at 7.30pm.

This is the company’s first tour under new artistic director Matthew Robinson.

“We are excited to be hitting the road and sharing the work of these four internationally renowned choreographers with audiences across the UK and beyond,” Mr Robinson said. “The dancers have worked with passion and determination with the choreographers to produce a performance that will surprise and enthral, showcasing their versatility and power”.

‘Verve’ offers emerging dance artists the opportunity to challenge and develop their skills across a varied repertoire of work, guided by the Artistic Director, alongside an exciting range of guest teachers and visiting artists.

The programme provides dancers with a safe and inspiring space to take creative risks with their practice, grow their individual artistry, rigorously challenge their physical skill and develop their identity as performers.

Northern School of Contemporary Dance (NSCD), based in Leeds, is the only conservatoire contemporary dance school in the UK outside of London.

Full priced tickets are £12.75, Concessions £10.75.

To book tickets, call the box office on 01502 533200 or click here

To view the YouTube trailer for the show click here