DJ FORMAT AMONG SPECIAL GUESTS FOR HARBOURSIDE Dance the night away overlooking the sea DJ icon and stalwart of the UK hip hop scene DJ Format will be joining the likes of Aaron Fletcher (aka The Sound of The Bees) KafTan, Cooly Haste and many more who’ll be spinning records at the all new …
6 TIPS FOR FRINGE NEWBIES Free Fringe Co-Producer Sarah prepares for her first Ventnor Fringe I’m Sarah, a 24 year old volunteer with the Ventnor Fringe helping to organise some of the the Free Fringe activities. Although I grew up on the Island, I’ve not been to the Fringe before (I can’t believe I’ve …
With so many shows on offer at this year’s Ventnor Fringe, we thought we’d find out more by talking to some of the artists making the trip about what we can expect. First up Franko Figueiredo, Artistic Director of StoneCrabs Theatre Hello Franko! Your bringing not one but two shows to the Ventnor …
Read more5 Minutes With… Franko Figueiredo from StoneCrabs Theatre
One of the most exciting aspects of the Ventnor Fringe is how each year artists bring work to the Festival that questions and challenges the issues of our time. Perhaps one of the most relevant contemporary themes that shines through this year is the topic of migration. Today Festival Director Jack Whitewood takes a …
After our most successful year to date we’re thrilled to announce next year’s Ventnor Fringe will take place from Tuesday 8th – Sunday 13th August 2017. The Ventnor International Festival will also be back, sharing the same dates and building on the success of it’s first year. Don’t forget you can see photos from this …
There is just 10 days to go until the seventh Ventnor Fringe, when nearly 400 performers from near and far will help transform the town into a wonderland of pop up bars and venues for you to explore! With everything from outdoor film screenings to children’s puppetry, secret gigs with some of the UK’s most …
Our programme for Ventnor Fringe 2016 and VIF are now out, make sure to pick up your free copy at outlets across the Island and at ferry ports. You’ll also find in select locations across the South Coast, including Portsmouth and Southsea – just one hour from Ventnor when taking advantage of HoverTravels great vFringe …
An intimate gig by Liverpool’s rising Psychedelic pop trio Stealing Sheep and an underground party with Belgian Electro-swing outfit Boogie Belgique are among the first events to be announced for the inaugural Ventnor International Festival, which will run alongside the successful Ventnor Fringe. Run by the Fringe team, the International Festival will combine a selection …
It may have felt like a long winter but with spring fast approaching we’re looking forward to the summer and creating a spectacular week in which Ventnor will truly come to life. This years Ventnor Fringe will run from Tues 9th – Sun 14th August and looks set to be the most exciting yet! With new venues, accommodation options and a whole new festival within …
Applicaitons to perform or exhibit in the 2015 Ventnor Fringe Festival are now open, you can apply here for main ticketed applications or here for Free Fringe and busking.