The Very Hungry Caterpillar
by Magik Theatre
Apr. 11
The critically acclaimed production of The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show created by Jonathan Rockefeller features a menagerie of 75+ lovable puppets. The production faithfully adapts four stories by author/illustrator Eric Carle: The Artist Who Painted a Blue Horse, Mister Seahorse, The Very Lonely Firefly and of course, the star of the show – The Very Hungry Caterpillar. The Very Hungry Caterpillar has delighted generations of readers since it was first published in 1969 selling more than 48 million copies worldwide.
AUDITIONS
The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show
Saturday, April 11, 2026
9:30AM – 2PM
Hemisfair Conference Room (630 E. Nueva, San Antonio, TX 78205)
By appointment only. Video submissions will be accepted. Submit via unlisted YouTube link by April 11 @ 2PM at the audition form link provided below.
If needed, callbacks will be held on Saturday, April 18 from 9 – 11:30AM.
SEEKING: Local, 18+, non-union puppeteers or actors looking to learn in the greater San Antonio area for THE VERY HUNGRY CATERPILLAR SHOW. 3 performers plus 1 swing to cover all tracks. Please note the swing role has been filled by Magik’s Artist in Residence Amy Bouquet. Actors should be comfortable with movement and have strong ability for vocal characterization across many characters. In particular, seeking actors skilled at making long and repetitive passages not sound monotone. Each actor will operate 18+ different puppets in this ensemble show. Performers of all ethnicities, cultural backgrounds and gender identities are especially encouraged to audition.
PREPARATION: Prepare a monologue (90 seconds or less) from a show of your choice. This should be a selection which can express the dynamic vocal characterization(s) and inflection of your voice. Movement encouraged. Additionally, please be prepared for possible reading from the script and interaction with some of Magik’s stock puppets.
Created by Jonathan Rockefeller
Produced in association with Rockefeller Productions
Based on four Eric Carle books
Expected to attend:
Director/Artistic Director: Collin Pittmann
Resident Stage Manager: Kelsey Nelson
Performances: June 6 – August 2, 2026
Rehearsal Start Date: May 18, 2026
Tech Rehearsal: May 31 – June 5, 2026
Rehearsals will take place from May 18 – 23; Mon – Sat, 10AM – 4PM. May 26 – 29; Tues-Fri, 10AM – 4PM. Rehearsal rate is $450 weekly. Performance Rate is $225 weekly (limited performance run).
