Disneyland Paris: Alice and the Queen of Hearts return to Disney Adventure World in 2027

Ready to return to Wonderland? Disneyland Paris announced on April 12, 2026 the return of one of its most-loved shows, Alice and the Queen of Hearts: Return to Wonderland. Set for spring 2027, it will once again deliver a modern, flamboyant reinterpretation of the classic, with a distinctive participatory twist. We caught a sneak peek of the show in 2024—here’s the full story.

Ready to fall down the rabbit hole again? Disneyland Paris announced on April 12, 2026, the return of its show Alice and the Queen of Hearts: Return to Wonderland at Disney Adventure World, in spring 2027. A brand-new pop-rock production inspired by Broadway musicals, performed several times a day for about 30 minutes, set in a cheeky, ultra-colorful ambiance. It began enchanting audiences in summer 2024 and again in 2025, transporting young and old into a zany, colorful universe. Drawing on Disney’s classic animation, this fresh interpretation aims to be modern and extravagant, delivering a bold reimagining of the cult favorite!

The show blends several disciplines, BMX among them, into a pulsating musical production. It also features dancers, live singers and acrobats, while visitors are invited to engage with the story by stepping into a role that shapes its outcome.

There’s a large central stage, plus rigging so spectators who aren’t facing the main show can still enjoy it, with a few surprises along the way. On the innovation front, the stage features a "trampomur," along with BMX, a 14m trampoline, and about a dozen video screens. A grand musical spectacle that blends several styles, inviting the audience to participate by voting for Alice or the Queen of Hearts on the question: who should have won the croquet match?

Our take on Alice and the Queen of Hearts - Returning to Wonderland at the Walt Disney Studios:

So, how does this show about Alice’s adventures fare? During a rehearsal session, we got a full run-through in real conditions. On the decor side (the first thing you notice), it’s dazzling and eye-catching... We’re instantly dropped into Wonderland with its ramps and trampolines, but you also get a container-inspired set with urban, graphic rose motifs that add a playful, modern twist. An urban Alice... and we’re sold!

As for the show itself, it’s comprehensive. Action happens all over the place: singing and dancing on the main stage, BMX on the ramps, drums in the style of "Stomp," trampolines on the sides, pyrotechnics... you’ll need to keep your eyes peeled. Everything blends and complements each other in harmony. The 30-minute performance (three shows daily) is well-paced and fairly energetic.

On the musical side, there are fresh, original numbers (Welcome to Wonderland), as well as medleys of familiar tunes drawn from Disney’s classic repertoire (A Morning in Bloom). It’s breezy, contemporary, and quickly sticks in your head. The songs are upbeat and suit the characters: Alice’s numbers are very pop, while the Queen of Hearts leans more rock.

As for the cast, you can feel the group’s dynamic, with a few exaggerated reactions. Special mention for the Queen of Hearts, a true drama queen who lights up the stage with her punk edge (and her diva-worthy entrance on a motorcycle). At the end, we voted for the Queen… and she won that round against Alice! And something tells us she’ll win quite a few more times…

One caveat: a handful of characters feel a touch understated beside Alice, the Mad Hatter, and the Queen—think the Hookah-Smoking Caterpillar, the White Rabbit, the March Hare, and the Tweedles. Still, they’re integral to the overall cohesion and tucked into the scenery, which is where you’ll appreciate their presence. The Cheshire Cat also makes an appearance via screens—funny, highly physical, and unmistakably reminiscent of Jim Carrey.

Alice and the Queen of Hearts: Return to Wonderland should delight any Alice in Wonderland fan. We were a touch skeptical about the mix of “urban vibes,” BMX, trampoline, and Alice’s universe, but everything ends up balancing nicely thanks to a straightforward, well-written story and a zanier-than-usual world that still fits. So, worth a watch… and you’ll likely come away with your own verdict!

A chance to dive into the dreamlike, extravagant world of Alice in Wonderland... And an immersive experience at Disneyland Paris that you definitely won’t want to miss! Make a note in your calendars, folks?

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