The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show at HOME Manchester, April 2027
The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show, with more than 75 puppets, is at HOME Manchester on 15 and 16 April 2027. A 55-minute show for ages 1+. Times and booking.
When and where
Family-friendlyIf you've read The Very Hungry Caterpillar more times than you can count, The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show is at HOME Manchester on Thursday 15 and Friday 16 April 2027.
Created by Jonathan Rockefeller, the show uses more than 75 larger-than-life puppets to bring Eric Carle's books to the stage: the caterpillar himself, plus three more of Carle's stories. The puppets stay faithful to the original artwork, and there's storytelling and original music throughout.
It has been running for over ten years, with more than 3,500 performances in over 20 countries. It was nominated for a Drama Desk Award and won the Off-Broadway Alliance Award for Best Family Show.
With a recommended age of 1+ and a 55-minute running time, it's made for a very first trip to the theatre.
Quick answers
Where is it? HOME, 2 Tony Wilson Place, First Street, Manchester, M15 4FN.
When is it on? Thursday 15 April 2027 at 2pm, and Friday 16 April 2027 at 11am and 2pm.
What age is it for? HOME recommends ages 1+.
How long is it? 55 minutes, no interval.
How do I book? Use HOME's official booking page, or call the box office on 0161 200 1500 (10am to 8pm daily). Prices and availability are shown when you pick a performance.
Information and image from HOME.