Three different Alice in Wonderland remakes may be coming to a TV near you. Fairy tale inspired shows are enticing cable audiences and multiple networks are planning to jump on the fantasy bandwagon.

Old classics are making a return to mainstream, with stories such as the remake Snow White and The Huntsmen and ABC’s Once Upon a Time. Cable viewers seem to enjoy their fairy tales and old stories with new twists are being shopped around to many major networks.

The CW network has already picked up a new series, titled Beauty & the Beast, for the fall season line-up.  It’s about a girl named Cat, (Kristin Kreuk) who works as a homicide detective and as a teenager she witnesses the death of her mother. The original story of Beauty and the Beast dates back to 1740 France, but this revamped tale takes place in modern times.

Similar to the plot for Beauty & the Beast, CW commissioned the script to a possible Alice in Wonderland show. McG and Peter Johnson, known for shows like Supernatural, The OC  and Chuck, would be producing the hour-long show. 

The TV series is to be called Wunderland and is about a police detective who crosses path between modern day life and fantasy. In Wunderland, the main character discovers a wonderland hidden underneath Los Angeles.

NBC is also developing an Alice in Wonderland series, called Wonderland. It is set in the future, where Alice now reigns as queen of Wonderland. CSI creator, Anthony Zuiker, is set to produce the show and Whit Anderson will write it.

The third network to be producing an Alice in Wonderland inspired show is Lionsgate. Zenescope’s Alice In Wonderland novels are being adapted into a TV series, the graphic novels have lots of bright drawings of an overtly sexual adult Alice. She fights to save humanity, despite the insanity of the strange world she lives in. The executive producer will be Brian Robbins, who is known for Smallville and One Tree Hill.

Viewers will soon see which version/s of these Alice in Wonderland adaptations will make it past the pilot. Although all versions seem very different, Alice remakes have been done many times, and some are worried about Hollywood’s lack of originality. Though, these are just some of the multiple story ideas that networks are considering for the 2013-2014 line-up.

Alice in Wonderland Halloween Costumes

Halloween is coming up and no matter if you’re going door to door, hoping to fill your basket with enough candy corn to last you the entire year, or dancing the night away with your friends at a party, don’t forget your costume!

This year jump down the rabbit hole and let your imagination come to life, whether you want to be a sexy Alice, a royal Red Queen or a crazy purple Cheshire Cat.

 

• You can find over a hundred Alice in Wonderland costume choices at BuyAliceinWonderlandCostumes. The online store is dedicated to only Alice in Wonderland Halloween ideas and aside from the variety of selections for adults and children, they also offer Wonderland accessories. The sizes range from x-small to plus size and for kids they range from toddler to teen. The store has more Alice in Wonderland costumes then any other site online, and they have been a family owned business for the last twelve years.

• Party City has an entire section dedicated to Alice in Wonderland. They offer 25 Wonderland selections for women, men and children. The prices range from $24.99 to $189.99.

• Spirit Halloween store has a variety of Alice in Wonderland choices, even offering an Alice in Wonderland dress for your pet. There are traditional costumes, quirky and extravagant. No matter what Wonderland  character you pick, you’re sure to find something to your liking in their selection of over 75 choices.

• Target has a selection of about 20 Alice in Wonderland costume choices. The prices range from $18 to $89.99. They have adult and child costumes, including a sassy Mad Hatter for women. You can find a selection of several Alice in Wonderland tote bags, from Tim Burton’s 2010 remake, perfect for your child’s trick-or-treat needs. 

Alice in Wonderland inspired fashion, by Canadian designer Allison Smith.

Allison Smith is a clothing designer who started her first line, Allison Wonderland, in 1998. The clothing is made for the type of girl who appreciates a charming and flexible style, one that can be suitable to go to work in and then out for a night around town with your girlfriends.

 “All kinds of women wear the clothes and it seems to be all ages too. She loves that her clothes aren’t mass-produced and wants unique pieces” said Smith, according to Plaid Magazine, regarding the type of girl who would purchase her designs.

Smith graduated from the Fashion Design & Technology program at Kwantlen Polytechnic University and her designs are inspired by a mix of Alice in Wonderland and 1970’s retro. The Allison Wonderland fall 2012 collection was released late last month, and features cotton prints and collared dresses, tunics, blouses, blazers, sweaters and skirts.

The Vancouver designer now has her line in multiple stores, stretching from America to Nova Scotia. She also has a second women’s fashion line, called Pillar, which began in 2011 and uses only eco-friendly fabrics. The fabrics are made from organic cottons and silks, as well as recycled and natural fibers from British Columbia.

You can purchase and browse the collections at the Allison Wonderland online store.

At Disney's Grand Floridian, kids and families can meet Alice at 1900 Park Fare

 The Grand Floridian, in Lake Buena Vista, Fl, is one of Disney’s most prestigious resorts. The red and white resort looks like a castle, and is known for it’s Victorian style and intriguing architecture. The resort and spa includes two pools, a garden, a fitness club and a Grand Lobby that is more than five stories high. And nightly fireworks can be seen from the hotel, because of its proximity to Magic Kingdom.

Grand Floridian’s numerous dining options include Gaspirilla Grill, Citricos Lounge and Restaurant, Grand Floridian Café, Victoria and Albert’s, Narcossee’s, Mizner’s Lounge and 1900 Park Fare.

You can experience some Disney family fun with 1900 Park Fare’s three character dining options, which are Supercalifragilistic Breakfast, Cinderella’s Happily Ever After Dinner and the Wonderland Tea Party. 

The food includes American-style cuisine buffets and menu choices. And with a wide variety of options, even the picky eater should be able to find something they’d enjoy.

The Wonderland Tea Party dining option is for children whose ages range from four to 12. Wonderland characters, like Alice and the Mad Hatter, play games, tell stories, do arts and crafts, sign autographs and pose for pictures with the kids. There is even a Victorian themed Wonderland tea party with apple-juice and cupcakes.

The Wonderland Tea Party happens every afternoon Monday-Friday. You might also have the chance to spot Alice, or her friends, at the Supercalifragilistic Breakfast. The all-you-can-eat breakfast has Mickey Waffles and of course, Mary Poppins.  The prices range from $36 to $60 per person for character dining and $15 to $36 a person for regular dining options at 1900 Park Fare.