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DR2, Union Square, Manhattan

The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show

Forty-five handcrafted puppets bring four Eric Carle books to life, from The Very Hungry Caterpillar to Brown Bear, Brown Bear, near Union Square.

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The show brings The Very Hungry Caterpillar, The Very Lonely Firefly, 10 Little Rubber Ducks and Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? to the stage with 45 handcrafted puppets and live puppeteering. It is short, colorful and pitched perfectly at preschoolers. If you have a toddler who has worn out the board book, this is their first theater outing.

What to expect

A small theater with a low stage, bright colors and puppeteers working in full view, set to lively songs. Expect a short show made for little attention spans and plenty of wiggling. Little ones get a colorful, gentle introduction to live theater, and the songs are easy to follow.

Good to know

  • DR2 is on East 15th Street; take the 4, 5, 6, L, N, Q, R or W to 14 St-Union Square.
  • Everyone needs a ticket regardless of age; lap seats for infants are sold at the box office.
  • The venue asks guests not to bring foods containing nuts.
  • Short running time suits toddlers and preschoolers.
  • Stroller space is limited, so travel light.

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Common questions

What age is it for?

It is aimed at toddlers and preschoolers.

Do babies need a ticket?

Everyone needs a ticket; infant lap seats are sold at the box office.

Which stories are included?

The Very Hungry Caterpillar, The Very Lonely Firefly, 10 Little Rubber Ducks and Brown Bear, Brown Bear.