The Very Hungry Caterpillar - Harrogate Theatre

The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show has been dazzling audiences around the globe for over 10 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 larger-than-life puppets. Alongside The Very Hungry Caterpillar, the show also features three additional Eric Carle stories. Audiences will enjoy Brown Bear, Brown Bear, 10 Little Rubber Ducks and The Very Busy Spider. These beloved tales are brought to life by a talented cast of storytellers, sweeping original music and stunning puppetry that is faithful to Carle’s iconic artwork.

The late Eric Carle said it best, “I am happy the performances are enjoyed by many and that the colorful characters will bring comfort and joy to all who see the stories that have been so carefully produced. It is uplifting to see such beautiful and cheerful works inspired by my characters! I hope my books - and this show - will inspire you and your imagination.”

After receiving universal acclaim from The New York Times, The Chicago Tribune, Time Out, The Huffington Post and more, and receiving a Drama Desk nomination for Unique Theatrical Experience and the Off-Broadway Alliance Award for Best Family Show, The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show has been performed in over 20 countries to over 3 million children and counting.

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