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Isle of Arts Festival

The Isle of Arts Festival was founded in 2011 by four Ventorians, Gillian Jenner, Christopher Bonney, Janneke and Philip Oxley.

The festival is set in and around Ventnor and offers a wide range of performances in The Arts, from comedy to dance, theatre to live music.

Below are a selection of articles we’ve published over the years about Isle of Arts Festival.

5, May 2014·3 min read

Don’t miss Monday’s final offerings from the Isle of Arts Festival

There's a fantastic range of events rounding off the Isle of Arts Festival on Bank Holiday Monday. If you haven't been down to Ventnor yet to see what's happening, don't miss out.

4, May 2014·3 min read

Lots to see and do in Ventnor today at the Isle of Arts Festival

Ventnor was buzzing yesterday with visitors heading to the many varied events taking place as part of the Isle of Arts Festival. The town is ready for it to happen all over again today. Why not join in.

3, May 2014·2 min read

Isle of Arts Festival: Find out what’s on today

Why not head to Ventnor for the day? There's so much going on and you're bound to find something of interest ... even for the kids.

2, May 2014·1 min read

Isle of Arts Festival opens in Ventnor: Still time to buy tickets for events

Several events are now Sold Out, but there are tickets available from Seasons in Ventnor and the Box Office at 34 Pier Street for events taking place today and over the long weekend.

1, May 2014·1 min read

Timothy West reads Wilfred Owen with music from renowned artists at Isle of Arts Festival

The legendary Timothy West reads Wilfred Owen’s letters and poems, as world class musicians play Elgar, Janacek and Debussy at Isle of Arts Festival. Don't miss it!

30, April 2014·2 min read

Ventnor will be THE place to be this weekend as the 2014 Isle of Arts Festival arrives

You can still get hold of tickets for most events taking place this coming weekend in Ventnor as part of the fourth Isle of Arts Festival, so don't miss out. It's going to be a great weekend.

28, April 2014·1 min read

Relax with some smooth jazz at the Isle of Arts Festival Jazz Brunch

Traditionally held in the Festival marquee, this year the Jazz Brunch moves to the Eversley Hotel. Book now to see the Sarah Bolter band perform with Edana Minghella.

25, April 2014·1 min read

Roger McGough at Isle of Arts: ‘As far as I know’

You'll be able to hear the dulcet tones of Liverpool Poet Roger McGough in person on Saturday 3rd May at the Isle of Arts Festival in Ventnor. Book now!

24, April 2014·1 min read

Live comedy to close the 2014 Isle of Arts Festival

Live at the Marquee offers a chance finish your bank holiday weekend with laughs from comedians Alistair Barrie, Andy Askins and Tom Price.

23, April 2014·1 min read

Book now for unmissable jazz gig with Kyle Eastwood at Isle of Arts Festival

Kyle Eastwood's music is described by the Evening Standard as "Thoughtful, contemplative, admirably understated and highly listenable". If you're a jazz fan this is a must-see gig.

22, April 2014·1 min read

Don’t miss the Arts Trails at Isle of Arts Festival

As well as all the amazing acts you can see perform at the 2014 Isle of Arts Festival, there's also the Arts Trail.

21, April 2014·1 min read

Don’t miss The Dollymops at the Isle of Arts Festival

There's still time to book your tickets to see the brilliant Isle of Wight band, The Dollymops, as they perform at this year's Isle of Arts Festival.

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