Details
The timeless classic has made its way off the page and onto the stage. Based on author/illustrator Eric Carle’s beloved book, The Very Hungry Caterpillar is the story of a caterpillar trying to satisfy his insatiable appetite, on his journey to becoming a full-fledged butterfly. The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show is a bright, bold spectacle, featuring 75 lovable puppets. In addition to The Very Hungry Caterpillar, the production features the faithful adaption of three additional Eric Carle stories: Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?, 10 Little Rubber Ducks, and The Very Lonely Firefly.
Charlotte Martin Theatre
Age Recommendation: For Ages 3+
Running Time: Approximately 55 minutes. No intermission.
The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show also contains three other Eric Carle favorites: Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?, 10 Little Rubber Ducks, and The Very Lonely Firefly.
Tickets start at $15.
Performances
This production has past.
“With 75 puppets it’s a non-stop parade of new critters every minute. Every puppet is a wonderful surprise…“
JiaYing Grygiel (ParentMap)
Media
Additional Resources
Enjoy articles, activities, interviews, and behind-the-scenes photos in our Active Audience Guide!
The very hungry caterpillar aag
Click here to view the Encore Program for this production.
Reviews
Storybook Favorites Come to Life in ‘The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show’
ParentMap
Toddlers + Preschoolers will LOVE The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show!
Marcie in Mommyland
Press Releases
The Very Hungry Caterpillar Press Release
Artists
Cast / Creative
Jake Bazel
Cast Member/Puppeteer
Emmanuel Elpenord
Cast Member/Puppeteer
Kirsty Sadler
Cast Member/Puppeteer
Spencer Wolfe
Cast Member/Puppeteer
Production Team
Jonathan Rockefeller Producer & Director
Carl Vorwerk General Manager
Krista Robbins Company Manager
Hannah Delmore Production Stage Manager
Peter Brown Stage Manager
Nate Edmondson Composer
David Goldstein Scenic & Lighting Designer