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THE VERY HUNGRY CATERPILLAR
Wed 25 - Thu 26 Feb 2026

THE VERY HUNGRY CATERPILLAR

Frankwell QuayShrewsburySY3 8FT

Walker Theatre

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Experience the spellbinding stories and colourful 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, handcrafted puppets, world-class puppeteering and lively original music that invites your little one to play along with their favourite stories!
 
We invite you to take an unforgettable, hour-long journey full of colour, wit, imagination - and one VERY HUNGRY CATERPILLAR.
 
“Beautiful, Rhythmic, and Faithful to the Author’s Works. A Triumph!” Time Out 
 
“Colorful, Engaging, Charming.” The Huffington Post
 
£16 | child under 2 £8 | Schools £12 (buy 10 get 1 free)
Babies under 12 months FREE (tickets available via Box Office)
Wed 25 Feb01:30PM Book
Wed 25 Feb04:30PM Book
Thu 26 Feb10:30AM Book
Venue Levy
Where applicable, advertised ticket prices are inclusive of a venue levy, retained by the venue to sustain and develop the programme of arts and culture in Shropshire.

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