Alice with a Why
Date & Time
Sat, 21 Mar 2026
19:00
Venue
Oxford University Mathematical Institute: Lecture Theatre 2
Tickets
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Anna James presents Alice with a Why, a children's event exploring curiosity and questioning. An interactive session designed to encourage young readers to ask questions and explore the world around them through literature and storytelling.
Why you should come
AI-powered• Hear Anna James explain her 1919-set reimagining of Wonderland's war-torn landscape
• Learn about Lewis Carroll’s legacy from former society president Brian Sibley
• Discover how the new protagonist Alyce connects to the original Alice's history
Event Highlights
- •A modern reimagining of Lewis Carroll's classic Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland
- •Set in 1919 England, exploring the aftermath of the Great War through a fantasy lens
- •Features stunning illustrations by artist Matthew Land
- •Discussion led by Lewis Carroll expert and former society president Brian Sibley
Speakers
Anna James
Writer and journalist
Brian Sibley
Past president of the Lewis Carroll Society
Programme
Alice with a Why
Anna James discusses her reimagining of Wonderland with chair Brian Sibley.
What to bring / Requirements
- •Age 7+
Organized by: Oxford Literary Festival