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The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show at Seymour Centre


"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 & times:

    Fri 19 Jul 10am, 12pm
    Sat 20 Jul 10am, 12pm, 3pm
    Sun 21 Jul10am, 12pm, 3pm

  • Duration: Approx. 50 minutes with no interval. No lockouts apply. 

  • Age recommendation: 18 months+ and their adults.

  • Location: Everest Theatre, Seymour Centre

  • Note: Recommended for ages 18 months +. Children under 12 months may sit on a guardians lap. Photography and filming prohibited. 

    All children below 12 years must be accompanied by a parent or guardian into the theatre. Children 13 years or over can attend performances unaccompanied, however, the venue cannot take responsibility for their safety.

More info & tickets here.