"and – pop! – out of the egg came a tiny and very hungry caterpillar."

One of the most read and famous children's books of all time, The Very Hungry Caterpillar emerges off the page in a masterful theatrical experience for children 18 months+ and their adults.

Created by Jonathan Rockefeller, the production features a menagerie of over 75 magical puppets, including the star of the show – The Very Hungry Caterpillar – and an Australian cast who bring these beloved books to life on stage.

Alongside The Very Hungry Caterpillar, the show features three other Eric Carle stories – Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?, Ten Little Rubber Ducks, and The Very Busy Spider.

The team behind the Australian tours of The Gruffalo, Spot, and The 13, 26, 52, 78 & 91-Storey Treehouses will excite, educate and entertain new readers and first-time theatre-goers, while those who grew up with these books will delight in experiencing one of the most popular children's books ever written. Don't miss out!

Date: Monday 7 April 2025

Duration: 50 minutes, no interval

Show times: 1pm and 3pm

Age suitability: Children 18 months+ and their adults

Presented by CDP Kids Created by Jonathan Rockefeller Based on Eric Carle's Books

Venue: Encore Events Centre, 80 Derrimut Rd, Hoppers Crossing VIC 3029

Cost: $12

Ticket Purchase Link: Buy Now

For more information

Phone 1300 156 557 or Email boxoffice@wyndham.vic.gov.au