The Very Hungry Caterpillar

The critically acclaimed production of The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show, created by Jonathan Rockefeller, features a menagerie of 75 lovable puppets.

The production faithfully adapts four stories by author and illustrator Eric Carle: Brown Bear, Brown Bear, 10 Little Rubber Ducks, The Very Busy Spider and of course, the star of the show The Very Hungry Caterpillar.  The Very Hungry Caterpillar has delighted generations of readers since it was first published in 1969, selling more than 48 million copies worldwide.  Brown Bear, Brown Bear, now celebrating 50 years, has sold more than 18.2 million copies.

The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show is a vibrant celebration of Eric Carle's adored classics and the perfect introduction to live theatre.

'A Triumph!'  Time Out.
'Charming and ingenious'  The Stage.

Bringing children to an event. 
For all children's shows, children aged 12 months and under can sit on their parents or guardians lap for free, for children aged over 12 months usual ticket prices will apply and a seat will be allocated.  The Atkinson retains the right to exclude babies in arms for any performance.  ​​​​​​Drinking water is available at any time during the performances and younger children can see a show with an older sibling as long as the parent is present. Please note: only food bought on the premises, through The Atkinson or A Great Little Place, can be consumed on the premises.  Your understanding is appreciated.  Although there is no specific buggy park, the staff can help you find somewhere safe for your equipment.  Just ask one of the helpful team.  There are baby changing facilities on the ground and first floor, within the disabled toilets.  The Atkinson is a breastfeeding friendly venue.