Alice by Heart: Musical Information & Synopsis
Synopsis
Alice by Heart reimagines Lewis Carroll’s classic tale in a WWII setting. The story follows Alice Spencer, a young girl seeking refuge in a London tube station. As she navigates the challenges of war, Alice, along with her friends, finds solace and escape in the whimsical world of Wonderland. Alice by Heart blends fantasy and reality, exploring themes of love, loss, and imagination.
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Musical Information
Musical Type: Contemporary (2019)
Cast: Medium (12+ Roles) • Child Roles • Teen Role
Genre: Fantasy
Setting: 1940s / England (London)
Creative Team
Music: Duncan Sheik
Lyrics/Book: Steven Sater
Book: Jessie Nelson
Based On: Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland➝ by Lewis Carroll
Cast Albums
Licensing
Alice by Heart is available to license through Music Theatre International.
Australasia Licensing
Europe Licensing
International Licensing
Resources
Audition Songs: Theatre Trip
Sheet Music: Musicnotes➝
Tags
2010s, Animals, Based on a Book, Fantasy, Folk, One-Act, Pop/Rock, War
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Last Reviewed: April 18, 2026