The Very Hungry Caterpillar Interactive Show tickets

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The Very Hungry Caterpillar Interactive Show tickets

Big puppets, bright colors, and endless fun.

Two people in red shirts and overalls perform with a blue, furry gorilla puppet on a colorful stage with a blue and yellow set.

Two people on stage hold a large, colorful butterfly prop with vibrant wings; the background features bright, painted scenery.

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About The Very Hungry Caterpillar Interactive Show

Experience the spellbinding stories and colorful characters of beloved author and artist, Eric Carle, in a whole new way, with "The Very Hungry Caterpillar Interactive Show"!

Created by Jonathan Rockefeller, this innovative stage brings to life four Eric Carle stories through 45 magical, hand crafted puppets, world-class puppeteering and lively original music that invites your little one to play along with their favorite stories!

Along with "The Very Hungry Caterpillar", the production includes three additional Carle classics. Audiences will get up and move with "From Head to Toe", sing along and find your voice with "The Very Quiet Cricket", and work on the farm with "The Very Busy Spider".

We invite you to take an unforgettable, hour-long journey full of color, wit, imagination, and one VERY HUNGRY CATERPILLAR!

Know before you go

Arrive early for the pre-show experience! Coloring stations, photo opportunities, and World of Eric Carle plush and books for sale. Late seating will be done by the Company Manager on arrival.

Run time

55min.

Venue

Manhattan Movement & Arts Center

Age

All Ages.

Start date

February 14th, 2026

End date

June 14th, 2026

Production note

Families are welcome to come and go from the theatre into the lobby as they need to. House lights kept on half to ensure a completely sensory friendly experience. Enjoyed by audiences of all ages, especially resonates with children 2-5.