Dozens of children cheered, danced and sang their way through an Alice in Wonderland inspired show on the opening day of the Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival.

The 30 minute stage show mixed elements of theatre, music and dance to bring to life the story of Alice’s Adventure in Wonderland.

The 11-day reading festival runs from 18th to 28th April and is being hosted at the Expo Centre Sharjah.

A range of activities including theatre plays, workshops, discussions and cooking classes will run throughout the festival aimed at encouraging children to read, explore their creativity.