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The Very Hungry Caterpillar

24 Nov - 29 Nov

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The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show has been dazzling audiences around the globe for over ten years, faithfully bringing Eric Carle’s timeless classics to the stage.

Created by Jonathan Rockefeller, the critically acclaimed show features a menagerie of over 75 magical and larger-than-life puppets, including the star of the show –The Very Hungry Caterpillar.

Alongside The Very Hungry Caterpillar, the show features three other Eric Carle stories. These beloved tales are brought to life by a captivating cast of storytellers, sweeping original music, and stunning puppetry.

Celebrating 10 years on stage, the multi-award-winning and nominated show, has performed in over 20 countries to more than 3 million children, receiving universal acclaim from The New York Times, The Chicago Tribune, Time Out, The Huffington Post and more.

We invite you and your loved ones on an unforgettable journey that will delight anyone from ages 1 to 99, as The Very Hungry Caterpillar jumps off the page and onto the stage!

It’s truly one VERY magical hour.

Important information

Running time: 1 hour with no interval

Age recommendation: 0-7 & families

Available to book:
22 June at 10 am – Ambassadors, Supporters, Gold Friends and Corporates
24 June at 10 am –
Friends and Best Friends
26 June at 10 am –
General

Concessions:
Friends – 5% off
Ambassadors, Supporters, Best Friends and Gold Friends – 10% off
Schools – £13.21 (Wed – Fri only), 1 x TA free with every 10 tickets

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Playhouse Exterior, Nov 2021

Reviews

“Beautiful, Rhythmic, and Faithful to the Author’s Works. A Triumph!”
Time Out

“We Rate It Five Smiles.”
Newsday

“Colorful, Engaging, Charming.”
The Huffington Post

“Bedazzling! Will Mesmerize Audiences!”
The New York Times

“Your Favorite Small Person Will Be Changed for the Better.”
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