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Ventnor Fringe Festival

Ventnor Fringe Festival was founded in 2010 by a group of young people living in Ventnor. Taking place in the school summer holidays, the festival has grown each year, with hundreds of acts having performed in a weird and wonderful selection of venues around the town.

“One hell of a homegrown festival….an authentic, bohemian festival experience” The Independent

Below are the latest articles which feature the Fringe.

11, August 2016·1 min read

Dirty Blondes play the Winter Gardens as part of Ventnor Fringe

This young, all-female indie rock band from Camden, London, has a punk royalty connection. They'll be performing their own work at the Winter Gardens on Thursday afternoon at 4pm.

11, August 2016·1 min read

Lots of laughter at the Ventnor Fringe Long Room

We can all do with a good laugh every now and then, so why not head to the Long Room at the Winter Gardens over the next few days. I Hooky and Navy Knickers and Nicked TVs are just two shows that should have you chortling with laughter.

10, August 2016·1 min read

Calling all David Bowie fans: Don’t miss this Ventnor Fringe event

'Then There Were Stars' was co-written by Islander, Les Payne, who recorded 'Stars' by David Bowie in the 1970s. This 60 minute show offers two performances on Thursday afternoon. Book now to avoid disappointment.

9, August 2016·1 min read

Dizraeli returns to the Isle of Wight for the Ventnor Fringe Festival

We loved Dizraeli's performance when he was last in Ventnor in 2011, so have high hopes for his solo set on Sunday at Ventnor Fringe Festival, supported by Toby Thompson.

8, August 2016·1 min read

Are you going ‘Birdwatching in Madtown’ at Ventnor Fringe?

We love the sound of this 'all ages welcome' event on Saturday afternoon at Ventnor Fringe Festival. Birdwatching in Madtown is a kooky mix of songs, stories and rhymes revealing all that Madtown has to offer.

8, August 2016·3 min read

Scena Mundi return to Ventnor Fringe for a short take on Twelfth Night

We can't recommend this event highly enough. Having seen the work of Scena Mundi at last year's Festival, this is sure to be another winner. Book now to avoid disappointment.

7, August 2016·1 min read

Ventnor Fringe Festival welcomes The Austerity Games

If you enjoy listening to great storytelling you'll love this play by Tell Tale. Suitable for all the family and with five performances to choose from there's no excuse to miss it.

6, August 2016·1 min read

Your children (and you) will love ‘Good Night, Little Bear’ at Ventnor Fringe

Children are not forgotten at the Ventnor Fringe Festival. They will love this delightful story of a young girl and her polar bear as they journey to discover the true meaning of home. Book now to avoid disappointment.

5, August 2016·1 min read

See the entire Bane ‘one-man one-musician’ series of plays at Ventnor Fringe

Joe Bone's performance as 50's American gunslinger, Bruce Bane, is definitely a show not to be missed at next week's Ventnor Fringe Festival. We've seen the entire series and highly recommend it. Watch as standalone or see all four!

4, August 2016·1 min read

The Blind Mole’s Ball with Boogie Belgique returns to Ventnor Fringe

The Blind Mole's Ball was one of our highlights from Ventnor Fringe last year. We've been listening to Belgian electro-swing outfit, Boogie Belgique, ever since and love their uplifting positive vibe. Highly recommended!

4, August 2016·1 min read

Parkside Comedy: Two nights of giggling, guffawing and snorting

Head to Ventnor Park next week on Tuesday and Wednesday evenings and the comedians and musical talents on show will have you giggling, guffawing and snorting through sets, skits and songs.

3, August 2016·1 min read

Stealing Sheep will take you on a ‘visionary adventure’ next week in Ventnor

Act quickly to get your tickets to see the psychedelic pop trio, Stealing Sheep, who'll be performing in a secret venue as part of the Ventnor International Festival next week.

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