A man in a colourful, eclectic outfit and whimsical hat appears to cast a spell with a dramatic pose, surrounded by sparkling, magical lights.

Meet the Hatter

Joss Arnott Dance

About Meet the Hatter

A magical, cinematic dance and multimedia spectacle

Prepare to be amazed by this fantastical and extraordinary family show by Joss Arnott Dance that you won’t want to miss!

Combining powerful dance with new storytelling and mesmerising visuals, complemented by an emotionally charged original score, this dance and multimedia show is an epic retelling of the iconic Hatter from Lewis Caroll’s Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland – but with a twist.

Brought to life through projections and immersive animations, you’ll marvel at his breath-taking make-believe world and the amazing characters he meets along the way.

For audiences aged 5 - 105, Meet the Hatter takes you on a journey through a new world that celebrates the importance of play, whilst highlighting how self-belief can create opportunities you’ve only ever dreamed of. 

The Creative Team

Credits

Artistic Director - Joss Arnott

Choreography - Joss Arnott in collaboration with the dancers

Dancers - Dominic Coffey, Robbie Ordoña and Kadafi Mulula

Dramaturg - Sue Buckmaster, Theatre-Rites

Multimedia Artist - Urban Projections

Composer - Oleta Haffner

Lighting Designer and Production Manager - Josh Tomalin 

Movement Consultant - Miguel Altunaga

Animation Artist - Alexandros Savvides

Costume Designer - Maisie Drewery-Harris

Assistant Costume Designer - Ellie Nicholas

Beatboxer - Jack Hobbs (Hobbit)

Audio Description - Vicky Ackroyd

Dance Artist - Maiya Leeke

Photography and Film - Josh Hawkins

"Visually breath-taking, emotionally engaging and bursting with imagination, this ambitious dance and multimedia production from Joss Arnott Dance is pure theatrical magic."

All About Theatre

"Triumphant - this production is gold dust in today's world, an hour-long memory to cherish forever."

Jack Stage

"Clever, funny and engaging, this is a stunning performance using today's technology with amazing results."

Reviewer Number 9

Also in the Multibuy...

  1. Dark, ominous poster for "Ghost House," a haunting new play. A lone, lit cabin sits on a misty hill, conveying suspense and mystery.

    Ghost House

    • Play
    A chilling blend of supernatural horror and psychological thriller.
    More info
  2. A stylized poster showing 'The Illegal Eagles' logo with a desert road background. Text reads '30 Years, 1996-2026' and 'Their Greatest Hits Tour 2024' with a nostalgic, classic rock vibe.

    The Illegal Eagles – Their Greatest Hits Tour 2027

    • Music
    The Illegal Eagles return in 2027 with their brand new ‘Their Greatest Hits’ tour.
    More info
  3. Colourful poster for 'Dazzling Diamonds,' a comedy drag show. Features performers in vibrant costumes posing energetically on a large gemstone, with playful fonts and a sparkling background.

    The Dazzling Diamonds - Comedy Drag Show

    • Comedy
    The Dazzling Diamonds are back on tour and they’re bigger, bolder and funnier than ever!
    More info