Mermaid Theatre of Nova Scotia presents "Treasured Stories by Eric Carle" May 12, 2012

Based in Nova Scotia, Mermaid Theatre's unique adaptations of children's literature have delighted more than four and a half million young people onfour continents. Founded in 1972, the company ranks among North America's most respected theatres for the young and has won widespread recognition for its important ambassadorial role.

Mermaid's much-anticipated new production, "A Brown Bear, a Moon, and a Caterpillar: Treasured Stories by Eric Carle", brings together old favorites and new friends. Featuring evocative music, stunning visual effects and innovative puppetry, the triple-bill celebrates three of Eric Carle's most beloved tales.

A veteran of more than 2300 performances, "The Very Hungry Caterpillar" joins a whimsical menagerie drawn from the pages of "Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Did You See?". The poignant story of a young girl's unusual quest, "Papa, Please Get the Moon For Me", completes a fanciful hour-long production that is guaranteed to entertain and educate a new generation of theatregoers.

Official Website: http://www.chicagochildrenstheatre.org