Creative Island

The Isle of Wight has a rich history of incredible creative talent. Home to famous poets, writers and photographers in the Victorian age, the talent is still strong today.

From artists and photographers to poets, theatre groups, live music and more, there is always something cultural to report on or feature. If we’ve written about it, this is where you’ll find it.

Your chance to invest in British Film

The Hatching Film Poster

If you've got some spare cash that you'd like to put to good use, this investment opportunity might be of interest.

Friday, 17th May, 2013 2:59pm

By Jenny Squire

Quality live music at Acoustic Originals

Quality live music at Acoustic Originals

Monday night's free live music event at Quay Arts looks set to be a corker.

Friday, 17th May, 2013 10:00am

By Rachel Austin

Charity concert brings variety of styles together

Reasonate at Glee Club

We understand they could do with some more support, so why not treat yourself to a night out of great Island music and help with another push of fundraising for the Lottie Rann Trust.

Thursday, 16th May, 2013 1:36pm

By Sally Perry

Goodbye Stereo release music video ahead of album launch

Shot from video:

We love the music video, shot on the Isle of Wight, for Goodbye Stereo's latest single, Waves.

Tuesday, 14th May, 2013 3:42pm

By Sally Perry

Joe Bone’s Bane trilogy heads to Quay Arts Centre

Bane poster:

Dubbed the stage equivalent of Die Hard meets The Naked Gun, Bane is a must see, again and again.

Monday, 13th May, 2013 3:42pm

By Sally Perry with one comment

Monday Group enter film into OSKA Bright Film Festival

Filming:

Filmmakers from The Monday Group will be given the red carpet treatment with a special première screening of their film later this month on the Island.

Monday, 13th May, 2013 3:06pm

By Mark Meredith

Craft bombing hits Quay Arts

Knitted bridge

There's nothing like a bit of colourful crochet to brighten up your day!

Monday, 13th May, 2013 12:33pm

By Georgia Iona Newman with one comment

Shhh… it’s a library music tour

Shhh… it’s a library music tour

We love hearing live music in libraries and this series of upcoming gigs sounds great.

Saturday, 11th May, 2013 11:09am

By Adam Gatterell

New Order release charity album in aid of the Isle of Wight Youth Trust

NewOrder at Bestival:

New Order will release a live recording of their set at Bestival last year, on Monday 8th July.

Saturday, 11th May, 2013 10:56am

By Simon Blackmore with 4 readers' comments

Wolverton Folk & Blues Fair just around the corner

Wolverton Manor Folk Festival:

The event will be raising money for Leukaemia Research and Brighstone School.

Friday, 10th May, 2013 12:22pm

By Tim Hollis

Platform One Presents …. CD launch event tonight

Platform One Presents …. CD launch event tonight

The event will showcase the students’ hard work and with eight bands for just £2 entry, why not start your weekend early tonight?

Thursday, 9th May, 2013 3:41pm

By Sally Perry

Ventnor Film Society presents Biutiful

Shot from the film:

Make sure you book your seat in advance.

Thursday, 9th May, 2013 3:34pm

By Sally Perry