The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show presented by Chicago Children's Theatre at The Station

Chicago Tribune - Recommended

"...Director Jerrell L. Henderson and puppet director Jake Bazel have done incredible work with the actors to bring these puppets to life. Despite an occasional over-reliance on the entertainment factor of the puppets (some long bits of Carling walking the caterpillar around the space between feedings springs to mind), Carle's fantastic stories remains the rightful stars of this show."

Chicago Reader - Highly Recommended

"...Directed by Jerrell L. Henderson, the stories take vivid shape through the ensemble members/puppeteers Micah Figueroa, Leslie Ann Sheppard, and Shay Turnage, all of whom do a magnificent job. (The audience was especially excited about the appearance of the caterpillar, portrayed with charm and humor—and so cute!) Whether you’re familiar with Carle’s stories or not, the company makes the characters immediately accessible for all ages."

Chicago Theatre Review - Highly Recommended

"...Three gifted actor/puppeteers, Lara Carling, Leslie Ann Sheppard and Micah Figueroa, are directed by Jerrell L. Henderson. They tirelessly perform the entire show, without a break. The four popular tales they tell include Brown Bear, Brown Bear, 10 Little Rubber Ducks, The Very Lonely Firefly and, Eric Carles’smost popular story, The Very Hungry Caterpillar. The stories are told with gentle humor and broad, animated movement."