Disney taps Craig Ferguson, Donald Faison for ‘Alice in Wonderland’ TV series
LA TimesDisney is going back down the rabbit hole for a new series inspired by the classic film “Alice in Wonderland.” Disney Junior announced the voice cast Wednesday for “Alice’s Wonderland Bakery,” a sequel of sorts to the 1951 cartoon that centers on the great granddaughter of the original protagonist. “It’s basically her superpower.” Dinah, left, Alice, Fergie the White Rabbit and Hattie in “Alice’s Wonderland Bakery.” Also featured in lead roles are Abigail Estrella as the Princess of Hearts; CJ Uy as Hattie; Jack Stanton as Fergie the White Rabbit; Secunda Wood as Cookie the cookbook; and Audrey Wasilewski as Dinah the cat. To reintroduce ‘Alice in Wonderland’ to my kids is special.” Rounding out the supporting cast are Jon Secada as the King of Hearts; Vanessa Bayer and Bobby Moynihan as Tweedle Do and Tweedle Don’t; Rich Sommer as Captain Dodo; Yvette Nicole Brown as Mama Rabbit; Ana Gasteyer as Kiki; Lamorne Morris as Dandy; Matthew Moy as David of Spades; and Lesley Nicol as Iris. The moments of joyfulness, dancing, takes the story to another level.” “Alice’s Wonderland Bakery” premieres Feb. 9 at 10:30 a.m. on Disney Junior and Disney Channel.