Activities for Kids

Give Them a Hand: NYC’s Best Puppet Shows

It's not your imagination: these things are everywhere lately. Here's where to catch the best ones in town!

By Rachel Sokol September 25, 2017

If you haven’t noticed, puppets are kind of a big deal right now. From a permanent exhibit celebrating one of the masters of the form, to tons of new productions, and perennial favorites, NYC is a real puppet town this season. No matter your child’s age or puppet preferences — colorful and fuzzy, classic marionettes, funky and fun — there’s a place to catch a high quality show. Click through to see some of NYC’s top spots for puppets!

For a Favorite Brought to Life: The Very Hungry Caterpillar

This theatrical adaptation of Eric Carle’s beloved story returns with a revised edition that includes the world premiere of Brown Bear, Brown Bear as well as stage versions of 10 Little Rubber Ducks and The Very Lonely Firefly. Vivid and colorful as well as autism-friendly, this 60-minute show is the perfect introduction to live performance for the city's youngest theater-goers. There's an entire cast of enchanting puppets sure to create lasting memories for the entire family.

DR2 Theatre
Sept 8 - Feb 4
Tickets starting at $49.50
103 East 15 St.
Union Square
212-375-1110
Online: hungrycaterpillarshow.com

photo: Carol Rosegg