THE VERY HUNGRY CATERPILLAR
at the Palace Theatre Southend
Eric Carle’s timeless classic THE VERY HUNGRY CATERPILLAR comes to Southend as a stage show soon when its tour arrives at the Palace Theatre for performances on 21 and 22 March 2026
at the Palace Theatre Southend
Eric Carle’s timeless classic THE VERY HUNGRY CATERPILLAR comes to Southend as a stage show soon when its tour arrives at the Palace Theatre for performances on 21 and 22 March 2026
THE VERY HUNGRY CATERPILLAR SHOW has been dazzling audiences around the globe for more than seven years, faithfully bringing to life Eric Carle’s delightful stories. Created by Jonathan Rockefeller, this production of the critically acclaimed show features a menagerie of over 75 magical puppets. The production faithfully adapts four stories by author/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 best-selling children’s book 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 way to introduce children to live theatre and is suitable for all ages.
THE VERY HUNGRY CATERPILLAR SHOW stars Abigail Bailey (Hayley in To Sleep, UK tour; Black Snow, Curious Theatre; High School Never Ends, Waterloo East), Oliver Davis (Life of Pi, Asia Tour; Out of the Deep Blue, International Tour; A Christmas Carol, International Tour) Connor Keetley (Hansel & Grettel, Creation Theatre; Madagascar the Musical, UK & International Tour) and Amber Wadey (The Little Prince/Egg & Spoon, UK Tour; A Christmas Charol/The Snow Queen, UK Tour).
The late Eric Carle said it best: “I am happy the performances will be enjoyed by many and that the colourful characters will bring comfort and joy to all who see the stories that have been so carefully produced. It is uplifting to see such beautiful and cheerful works inspired by my characters! I hope my books - and this show - will inspire you and your imagination.”
The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show
21 - 22 March 2026
Palace Theatre, Southend
Booking: palacetheatresouthend.org.uk or 0343 310 0030
The best-selling children’s book 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 way to introduce children to live theatre and is suitable for all ages.
THE VERY HUNGRY CATERPILLAR SHOW stars Abigail Bailey (Hayley in To Sleep, UK tour; Black Snow, Curious Theatre; High School Never Ends, Waterloo East), Oliver Davis (Life of Pi, Asia Tour; Out of the Deep Blue, International Tour; A Christmas Carol, International Tour) Connor Keetley (Hansel & Grettel, Creation Theatre; Madagascar the Musical, UK & International Tour) and Amber Wadey (The Little Prince/Egg & Spoon, UK Tour; A Christmas Charol/The Snow Queen, UK Tour).
The late Eric Carle said it best: “I am happy the performances will be enjoyed by many and that the colourful characters will bring comfort and joy to all who see the stories that have been so carefully produced. It is uplifting to see such beautiful and cheerful works inspired by my characters! I hope my books - and this show - will inspire you and your imagination.”
The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show
21 - 22 March 2026
Palace Theatre, Southend
Booking: palacetheatresouthend.org.uk or 0343 310 0030