Island setting for a family classic

Jun 27 2008 by Michael Green, Chester Chronicle

YOU don't need to look through the looking glass to get a glimpse of Alice in Wonderland as a professional theatre production, featuring local talent, brings Lewis Carroll's masterpiece to Wigg Island in Runcorn.

The project will mark the fifth year of Theatre in the Park and this year the show will come to Wigg Island on Saturday, June 28 and Sunday, June 29.

Performed by a cast of 40 and utilising puppetry, live music and song, the show will transform the park into a magical wonderland.

Families are encouraged to bring the children, bring a picnic, bring a rug or low-backed seating and maybe an umbrella.

The event takes place on Saturday at 2pm and 7pm and Sunday at 2pm and 6pm. Prices are £7 for adults, and £5 juniors, £20 family ticket (two adults, 2 children).

Tickets are available from The Brindley on 0151 233 2457.