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The Very Hungry Caterpillar

Mon 26 Oct 2026 - Sun 01 Nov 2026
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. 


Reviews

'Beautiful, rhythmic, and faithful to the author's works. A triumph!' - Time Out

'Colourful, engaging, charming.' - The Huffington Post

'Bedazzling! Will mesmerize audiences!' - The New York Times

'A knock out success!' - Daily Telegraph

Accessible Performances

BSL Interpreted | Wed 28 October 2026 at 11am
Audio Described | Sat 31st October 2026 at 10am 
Tour Tour | Sat 31st October at 9am

To book accessible performances, please email access@thelowry.com or call 0161 876 2183. You can visit our Access Page for more info here.
 

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