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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.

19, April 2014·1 min read

Double portions of SOOP at Isle of Arts Festival

If you've seen the chaps from SOOP perform at the Isle of Arts Festival before, you'll be pleased to hear they're returning to the Festival held in Ventnor between 2-5th May. But not just once.

18, April 2014·1 min read

Riotous Rich Hall returns to Isle of Arts Festival

Rich Hall had the audience in the fits of laughter from the off when he opened the very first Isle of Arts Festival three years ago. Make sure you book now before tickets sell out.

17, April 2014·1 min read

Discover the ‘Rat Pack of Opera’ with Tenors Un Limited at Isle of Arts

Join the UK’s original classical-crossover ‘man band’ for a fantastic musical journey that will move you and make you laugh in equal measure.

16, April 2014·1 min read

Are you a Downton Abbey fan? If so, the Isle of Arts Festival has a treat for you

This is a must-see event for Downton Abbey fans. This brilliant new parody has won critical acclaim and sell-out audiences at the Edinburgh Fringe. Book now to avoid disappointment.

15, April 2014·1 min read

Don’t miss your chance to see Rudi Eastwood perform at Isle of Arts Festival

Rudi Eastwood is very keen to help spark an interest in music amongst young people and his Concert of Nordic music at the Isle of Arts Festival is free for 16s, so why not book now? It should be a fantastic event.

10, April 2014·1 min read

Find out how to become a Friend of the Isle of Arts Festival

As well as having a warm glow knowing that your support is helping to make another fantastic festival possible, there are several benefits for you too in becoming a Friend.

4, April 2014·3 min read

Isle of Arts: Have you booked your tickets for Melodic Monday?

The list of diverse events taking place at this year's Isle of Arts festival goes on. If you're wondering who the rather dashing chap in the photo is, he'll be 'down town' on the Monday ;-)

2, April 2014·1 min read

Isle of Arts Festival: Local choirs join the bill

Local choirs will be taking part in the four day festival which hits Ventnor on 2nd May this year. Make sure you book your tickets before they sell out.

24, March 2014·3 min read

Isle of Arts: Lots in store for Sensational Sunday

Between 2-5 May Ventnor will once again be transformed as the Isle of Arts Festival returns to the little town by the sea to bring you the very best across the arts.

13, March 2014·2 min read

Isle of Arts Festival: Saturday sees kids’ workshops, live music, spoken word and more

The diversity of the programme at the upcoming Isle of Arts Festival is fantastic. We take a look at what's on offer on the Saturday.

6, March 2014·1 min read

Isle of Arts Festival: Four days of music, theatre, comedy, art and more

Whatever your taste, there's bound to the something for you at this year's Isle of Arts Festival. Here's a taste of what to expect on the opening night.

5, February 2014·1 min read

Isle of Arts: Book now for Virginia Ironside, Shakespeare’s Greatest Hits and more

Isle of Arts HQ confirm more acts to the line-up for the festival in May, including writer, columnist and agony aunt Virginia Ironside.

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