Cirque Alice is coming to Auckland: Everything families need to know about the spectacular Wonderland circus show

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Cirque Alice is coming to Auckland: Everything families need to know about the spectacular Wonderland circus show

Cirque Alice

Cirque Alice is bringing a spectacular new Wonderland inspired circus experience to Auckland this August, making its New Zealand premiere at The Civic.

Following successful seasons in Australia and Singapore, Cirque Alice will run at The Civic from Friday 28 August until Sunday 6 September 2026, bringing together an international cast of world class circus artists, performers and musicians for a limited Auckland season.

If you’re looking for a memorable family outing or a spectacular live show for older children and teenagers, this is one of the biggest theatre events arriving in Auckland this year.

What is Cirque Alice?

Cirque Alice is a contemporary circus production that reimagines Lewis Carroll’s much loved story, Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, through breathtaking circus acts, immersive staging and live music.

Audiences can expect:

  • Incredible aerial performances

  • High energy acrobatics

  • Amazing contortionists

  • Large scale puppetry

  • Comedy and magical surprises

  • A modern soundtrack featuring remixed classical music

The production has been created by internationally acclaimed producers Simon Painter and Tim Lawson, whose previous productions include The Illusionists, Le Noir and Cirque du Soleil’s Mad Apple.

Why families will love Cirque Alice

Rather than a traditional circus with individual acts, Cirque Alice tells a story as audiences journey through Wonderland alongside familiar characters including Alice, the Mad Hatter and the Queen of Hearts.

The combination of stunning visual effects, spectacular performances and theatrical storytelling makes it an entertaining experience for families, teenagers and adults alike.

At Auckland for Kids, we think this show is likely to appeal most to children aged around 7 years and older, particularly those who enjoy theatre, circus performances and imaginative storytelling.

Looking for more live performances for the whole family? Explore our guide to Theatre and Shows for Kids in Auckland, featuring the best upcoming theatre, musicals and live entertainment for children, families and teens.

Cirque Alice Auckland dates

Cirque Alice will be performed at The Civic from:

Friday 28 August to Sunday 6 September 2026

As this is a limited season, popular performances are expected to sell quickly.

Tickets

Tickets for Cirque Alice go on sale from 9am on Wednesday 1 July 2026.

If you are planning to attend with children, booking early is recommended, particularly for weekend performances.

You can also see our Cirque Alice event listing for performance details and ticket information.

Auckland for Kids tip

If your family enjoys spectacular live entertainment such as circus, theatre and visual performances, Cirque Alice looks set to be one of Auckland’s standout family shows of 2026. The combination of world class performers, imaginative storytelling and the beautiful surroundings of The Civic should make this a memorable experience for older children, teenagers and adults.

Cirque Alice at a glance

What: Cirque Alice

Where: The Civic, Auckland

When: Friday 28 August to Sunday 6 September 2026

Tickets on sale: Wednesday 1 July 2026

Best suited for: Families with older children, teenagers and adults

For performance times, ticket information and the latest updates, see our Cirque Alice event listing.

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