BROTHER WOLF is proud to present the London Premiere of The Mad Hatter’s Tea Party. Adapted, produced and directed by award-winning theatre practitioner, James Hyland, this one-of-a-kind show explores Lewis Carroll’s fantastical world of Wonderland from the point of view of two of its most iconic characters: The Hatter and the March Hare. Visionary and utterly bonkers, The Mad Hatter’s Tea Party offers a groundbreaking new twist on this perennial favourite by combining elements of absurdist tragicomedy with that of Carroll’s nonsensical language and milieu. As part of this unique production, Brother Wolf has collaborated with A Child Of The Jago. They have designed and made the spectacular and original costumes for the show. Since their inception in 2008, A Child Of The Jago has continued to champion, create and produce small runs of fine quality clothing whilst maintaining an environmentally conscious approach. Inspired by infamous historical figures like Jack Sheppard and Joan of Arc rather than throwaway trends, they remain one of the original anti-brands. The Mad Hatter’s Tea Party is Brother Wolf’s 11th production to date and is preceded by a catalogue of acclaimed works including A Christmas Carol – As told by Jacob Marley (deceased), the “definitive telling of A Christmas Carol” (Redditch Standard), winner of Best Performer in Theatre (Fringe Report Awards, 2012); Fagin’s Last Hour, “powerful and highly accomplished” (The Stage), recipient of an OffComm Commendation (Off West End Awards, 2023); Dracula’s Guest, “brilliantly clever, albeit disturbing” (North West End UK), winner of The Hamilton Deane Award (The Dracula Society, 2022); and A Lesson from Auschwitz, “a majestic statement of the power of theatre” (Plays To See), commended by The Foundation of Memory Sites Near Auschwitz-Birkenau.
Performance Dates 2024:
AUG 27 @ 7.30pm
LONDON – WHITE BEAR THEATRE
138 Kennington Park Road, London, SE11 4DJ
07985 500 697 www.whitebeartheatre.co.uk
AUG 28 @ 7.30pm
LONDON – WHITE BEAR THEATRE
138 Kennington Park Road, London, SE11 4DJ
07985 500 697 www.whitebeartheatre.co.uk
AUG 29 @ 7.30pm
LONDON – WHITE BEAR THEATRE
138 Kennington Park Road, London, SE11 4DJ
07985 500 697 www.whitebeartheatre.co.uk
AUG 30 @ 7.30pm
LONDON – WHITE BEAR THEATRE
138 Kennington Park Road, London, SE11 4DJ
07985 500 697 www.whitebeartheatre.co.uk
AUG 31 @ 7.30pm
LONDON – WHITE BEAR THEATRE
138 Kennington Park Road, London, SE11 4DJ
07985 500 697 www.whitebeartheatre.co.uk
SEP 3 @ 7.30pm
LONDON – WHITE BEAR THEATRE
138 Kennington Park Road, London, SE11 4DJ
07985 500 697 www.whitebeartheatre.co.uk
SEP 4 @ 7.30pm
LONDON – WHITE BEAR THEATRE
138 Kennington Park Road, London, SE11 4DJ
07985 500 697 www.whitebeartheatre.co.uk
SEP 5 @ 7.30pm
LONDON – WHITE BEAR THEATRE
138 Kennington Park Road, London, SE11 4DJ
07985 500 697 www.whitebeartheatre.co.uk
SEP 6 @ 7.30pm
LONDON – WHITE BEAR THEATRE
138 Kennington Park Road, London, SE11 4DJ
07985 500 697 www.whitebeartheatre.co.uk
SEP 7 @ 7.30pm
LONDON – WHITE BEAR THEATRE
138 Kennington Park Road, London, SE11 4DJ
07985 500 697 www.whitebeartheatre.co.uk
Synopsis
“What does it mean to sit between this world and that at the drop of a hat?”
The Hatter and the Hare are stuck. They can’t move on.
Trapped by self delusion and memory loss, they remain at 6 o’clock, forever drinking tea. The Hatter embraces it. The Hare rejects it. But who is to blame for this never-ending party?
Take a trip down the proverbial rabbit hole with Brother Wolf’s groundbreaking adaptation of one of the most beloved stories of all time. Fantastical and utterly bonkers, “The Mad Hatter’s Tea Party” is a mind-bending new twist on Lewis Carroll’s immortal classic. So grab your seat at The Hatter’s table and get ready for the weirdest and wildest party this side of Wonderland!
Recommended for: Ages 8+
CONTENT ADVISORY: This is an immersive theatre play which involves direct audience address and explores themes of bereavement and loss in relation to memory, sanity and time. The age recommendation is therefore classified as 8+. Parental discretion is recommended
Cast and Creative Team:
Adapter/Director/Producer: James Hyland
March Hare: Joshua Jewkes
The Hatter: James Hyland
Costume Makers/Designers: A Child Of The Jago
Music: Chris Warner
Puppet Maker: Liz Johnson
For further details please contact:
website: www.brotherwolf.org.uk
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