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The Very Hungry Caterpillar at the Athenaeum Theatre One


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"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, including Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?

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!

Event Details:

  • Dates:
    Saturday 4th Jan 10am, 12pm and 3pm

    Sunday 5th Jan 10am and 12pm

  • Duration: Approx. 50 minutes with no interval.

  • Ages: 18 months+ and their adults.

  • Location: Athenaeum Theatre One

More info & tickets here.

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